Homemade Pasta Dough
Master the art of fresh, handmade pasta with this simple yet rewarding Homemade Pasta Dough recipe. Using just four basic ingredients—flour, eggs, salt, and optional olive oil—you’ll create silky, elastic dough perfect for crafting fettuccine, tagliatelle, or lasagna sheets. The process is approachable and therapeutic, from kneading the dough to rolling it into thin, delicate layers. Resting the dough ensures a tender, pliable texture that cooks to perfection in just minutes. Whether paired with a rich marinara, creamy Alfredo, or a drizzle of olive oil and fresh herbs, this versatile recipe transforms any meal into a true Italian-inspired experience. Perfect for beginner and seasoned cooks alike, this fresh pasta recipe elevates your culinary repertoire with the magic of homemade goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Olive oil (optional)
Instructions
On a clean work surface, create a mound with the flour and hollow out a well in the center.
Crack the eggs into the well and sprinkle in the salt. If using olive oil, add it to the eggs.
Using a fork, gently beat the eggs, 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 bring the dough together.
Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle in a small amount of additional flour as needed.
Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the gluten to relax.
After resting, divide the dough into smaller portions for easier handling. Roll out each portion using a rolling pin or a pasta machine to your desired thickness.
Cut the rolled dough into the shape you prefer, such as fettuccine, tagliatelle, or lasagna sheets.
To cook, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh pasta and cook for 1-2 minutes or until tender. Drain and serve with your favorite sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1123 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.8 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 1394 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.1 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 42.8 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| 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.
