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pasta noodles

This recipe will guide you through the process of making fresh homemade pasta noodles from scratch. The result is delicious, tender noodles that you can use in your favorite pasta dishes.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 rolling pin
  • 1 pasta machine optional
  • 1 sharp knife or pizza cutter
  • 1 clean surface for rolling pasta
  • 1 pot for boiling water
  • 1 slotted spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Plus more for dusting.
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • as needed water Add a little if the dough is too dry.

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center.
  • Crack the eggs into the well. Using a fork, gently beat the eggs while gradually incorporating the flour from the edges of the well.
  • Once the mixture becomes too thick to mix with a fork, use your hands to knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic, about 5-10 minutes. If the dough is too dry, add a little water, a teaspoon at a time.
  • Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 20 minutes at room temperature.
  • After resting, divide the dough into four pieces. Keep the pieces you are not using covered to prevent them from drying out.
  • Roll out one piece of dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness using a rolling pin or a pasta machine.
  • Once rolled out, use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut the dough into your desired noodle shape (e.g., fettuccine, tagliatelle).
  • Dust the cut noodles lightly with flour to prevent them from sticking together. Repeat the rolling and cutting process with the remaining pieces of dough.
  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh pasta noodles and cook for 2-4 minutes, or until they float and are al dente.
  • Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to remove the noodles and drain them briefly. Serve with your favorite sauce.

Notes

You can store any unused pasta noodles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days or in the freezer for up to a month.
Feel free to experiment with adding flavors to your pasta dough, such as spinach or beet puree, for colored noodles.