Homemade Pasta
Master the art of pasta-making with this easy and authentic Homemade Pasta recipe! With just four simple ingredients—flour, eggs, olive oil, and a pinch of salt—you’ll create silky, tender pasta dough that transforms into your favorite shapes, from fettuccine to lasagna sheets. This recipe is perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, featuring step-by-step instructions for kneading, rolling, and cutting the dough to achieve that perfect texture. Ready in under an hour, this homemade pasta cooks in just 2–3 minutes, making it an ideal choice for last-minute dinner inspiration or impressive dinner party fare. Pair it with a rich marinara, creamy Alfredo, or simply toss it with olive oil and parmesan for an unforgettable meal. Say goodbye to store-bought and hello to the comfort of fresh, handmade pasta!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, if dough is too dry)
Instructions
On a clean surface or in a large mixing bowl, create a mound with the all-purpose flour. Make a well in the center of the mound.
Crack the eggs into the well and add the olive oil and salt.
Using a fork, gently beat the eggs, slowly incorporating the flour from the edges of the well into the egg mixture. Continue until a shaggy dough begins to form.
Use your hands to gather the dough together and knead it for about 8–10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too dry, add a little water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until it holds together.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap or cover it with a clean kitchen towel to prevent drying. Let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
After the dough has rested, divide it into 4 equal pieces. Work with one piece at a time, keeping the others covered to prevent them from drying out.
Flatten the dough piece slightly with your hands, then roll it out using a rolling pin or pasta machine to your desired thickness. Fold and roll the dough multiple times for an even and smooth result.
Cut the rolled-out dough into your desired pasta shape, such as fettuccine, tagliatelle, or lasagna sheets. Dust with additional flour as needed to prevent sticking.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh pasta and cook for 2–3 minutes, or until al dente. Fresh pasta cooks much faster than dried varieties.
Drain the pasta, toss it with your favorite sauce, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 1397 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.2 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.6 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 464 mg | 10% | |
*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.
