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Irresistibly Easy Homemade Pasta You’ll Love to Make

Discover how to make homemade pasta with simple ingredients and quick steps for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 49 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour this versatile flour provides the perfect base for your homemade pasta
  • 2 large eggs fresh eggs create a rich, yellow hue and help bind the dough
  • 1 pinch salt enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil adds moisture and subtle richness
For Cooking
  • 4 quarts water for boiling; ensure it's heavily salted
For Serving
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated for finishing touch
  • ¼ cup fresh herbs like basil or parsley for flavor and color

Equipment

  • Pasta machine
  • Rolling Pin
  • large pot
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dough: On a clean surface, mound about 2 cups of flour, make a well in the center, crack 2 eggs into the well, add a pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Whisk the eggs and gradually incorporate the flour until it forms a shaggy dough, about 5 minutes.
  2. Knead the Dough: Knead the dough by hand for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: Divide the dough into four pieces and roll out each into thin sheets, about 1/16 inch thick. Cut into desired pasta shapes.
  4. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drop the pasta in and cook for about 3-4 minutes until it floats to the surface.
  5. Drain and Serve: Drain the pasta using a colander, reserving a cup of cooking water. Toss with sauce and serve hot, garnished with parmesan and herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Using fresh ingredients and proper kneading techniques are key to achieving the best pasta textures.

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