Description
Homemade pasta takes your culinary skills to new heights, transforming any meal into a gourmet experience. With just two simple ingredients—flour and eggs—you can create fresh, delicious pasta that rivals any store-bought alternative. This easy recipe is perfect for family gatherings, romantic dinners, or festive occasions. The joy of crafting your own pasta from scratch not only enhances the flavor but also brings a sense of accomplishment and fun into the kitchen. Whether you prefer fettuccine, tagliatelle, or stuffed ravioli, this versatile dough can be shaped to suit your culinary desires. Get ready to impress your friends and family with the rich taste and texture of homemade noodles!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ to 2 ½ cups 00 flour or all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- Additional flour for rolling
Instructions
- On a clean work surface or in a mixing bowl, form a mound with the flour and create a well in the center.
- Crack the eggs into the well and gently beat them with a fork while gradually incorporating the flour until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough by hand on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic; wrap in plastic wrap and let rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Divide the rested dough into four pieces, roll each piece out to your desired thickness using a rolling pin or pasta roller.
- Cut the rolled-out dough into preferred shapes using a knife or pizza cutter.
- Cook fresh pasta in boiling salted water for about 3-4 minutes until al dente; drain and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked pasta (140g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 186mg