Easy Pasta Dough
Craft your own fresh pasta at home with this simple and foolproof recipe for Easy Pasta Dough. Made with just four pantry staples—flour, eggs, olive oil, and a pinch of salt—this recipe creates a silky, elastic dough that’s easy to roll out and shape into your favorite pasta styles, from fettuccine to ravioli. With a hands-on prep time of only 20 minutes, followed by a quick rest, this recipe is ideal for beginners and seasoned cooks alike. The key to success is kneading the dough to perfection, ensuring it’s smooth and pliable for flawless results every time. Whether you're serving it with a classic marinara sauce or rich alfredo, this homemade pasta elevates any dish with its unbeatable flavor and texture. Perfect for evenings when you want to wow with a handcrafted touch, this recipe’s versatility and simplicity make it a must-try for pasta lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Place the flour on a clean surface or in a large bowl, and form a well in the center.
Crack the eggs into the well and add the olive oil and salt.
Using a fork, beat the eggs gently, gradually incorporating the flour from the edges of the well. Continue until a sticky dough forms.
Knead the dough with your hands, adding small amounts of flour as needed to prevent sticking. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap or cover with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the gluten to relax.
After resting, divide the dough into smaller portions. Roll out each portion with a rolling pin or pasta machine to your desired thickness, then cut into your preferred pasta shape.
Use the pasta immediately in your recipe or dust it lightly with flour and store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
310 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.7 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 296 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.0 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 105 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
