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Easy Homemade Pasta That Will Make You Ditch Fast Food

Delicious homemade pasta recipe that is fresh and quick to prepare, perfect for elevating your meals over fast food.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 4 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Versatile base for homemade pasta.
  • 3 large eggs Fresh eggs enrich the dough.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances overall taste.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Adds richness and elasticity.
For the Sauce (optional)
  • 3 cloves garlic Freshly minced for depth.
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes High-quality for robust flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon basil Fresh or dried for herbal note.

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • Pasta machine
  • Sharp knife or pizza cutter
  • Large Pot
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Homemade Pasta
  1. Prepare the Dough: Place 2 cups of all-purpose flour on a clean surface, create a well in the center, crack in 3 eggs, add a pinch of salt and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Whisk the eggs while incorporating the flour until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Knead the Dough: Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: Divide the dough into four pieces and roll out each piece until thin, about 1/16-inch thick. Dust lightly with flour.
  4. Cut the Pasta: Slice the rolled dough into desired shapes using a knife or pizza cutter, dust with flour to prevent sticking.
  5. Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook for 2-4 minutes until it floats. Drain and reserve some cooking water.
  6. Serve and Sauce: Sauté minced garlic in olive oil, add crushed tomatoes and herbs, simmer for 5-10 minutes, combine with pasta and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always opt for fresh ingredients and allow dough to rest for better texture. Watch cooking time closely to avoid overcooking.

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