pasta homemade recipes
This homemade pasta recipe allows you to create fresh and delicious pasta right in your kitchen. Perfect for a variety of dishes, it is simple to make and requires only a few ingredients.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 rolling pin or pasta machine
- 1 knife or pasta cutter
- 1 clean surface or countertop
- 1 large pot for boiling
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Plus extra for dusting.
- 3 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Optional.
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and crack the eggs into the well.
- Using a fork, gently beat the eggs while gradually incorporating the flour from the edges of the well until the mixture is too stiff to mix with a fork.
- Transfer the dough onto a clean surface and knead it by hand for about 8-10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 15-30 minutes at room temperature.
- After resting, divide the dough into four equal pieces. Flatten each piece slightly and dust with flour to prevent sticking.
- Roll out each piece using a rolling pin or pasta machine to your desired thickness.
- Cut the rolled dough into your preferred pasta shape using a knife or pasta cutter.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 2-3 minutes or until it floats to the top and reaches the desired tenderness.
- Drain the pasta and toss immediately with your favorite sauce, or serve plain with a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different types of flour, such as semolina or whole wheat, but the proportions may vary slightly.
You can store unused pasta by drying it or refrigerating it in an airtight container for up to two days.
Homemade pasta cooks quickly, so keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking.