Easy Homemade Pasta

Recipe View 5 mins Mise en Place: Gather all your ingredients. Ensure your eggs are at room temperature for optimal dough formation. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Combine Dry and Wet: In a large bowl, mound the flour and create a well in the center. Crack the eggs into the well, add the olive oil and salt. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Incorporate: Using a fork, gently whisk the eggs and gradually incorporate the flour from the inner rim of the well. Continue until a shaggy dough forms. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Hydrate: Add the cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and continue to mix until the dough starts to come together into a cohesive mass. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Knead: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead vigorously for 8-10 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 45 mins Rest: Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and let it rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or up to an hour. This allows the gluten to relax, making it easier to roll out. (30-60 minutes)

Recipe View 18 mins Shape: Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Working with one portion at a time (keep the others covered), flatten the dough into a rough rectangle. Use a pasta machine to roll the dough to your desired thickness, starting with the widest setting and gradually decreasing the thickness with each pass. If rolling by hand, use a rolling pin to roll the dough as thinly and evenly as possible. (15-20 minutes)

Recipe View 8 mins Cut: Cut the pasta into your desired shape using the pasta machine attachments or a sharp knife. (5-10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Cook: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook for 2-4 minutes, or until al dente. Fresh pasta cooks very quickly! (5 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Serve: Drain the pasta immediately and toss with your favorite sauce. Serve hot and enjoy!