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Homemade Pasta Dough


  • Author: Miya
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x

Description

Homemade Pasta Dough is the foundation of countless comforting and delicious meals, bringing the simple pleasure of fresh, tender pasta to your plate. The combination of just a few basic ingredients—flour, eggs, and a touch of olive oil—creates a silky, pliable dough that transforms into delicate strands of tagliatelle, pillowy ravioli, or perfectly rolled lasagna sheets. There’s something undeniably special about making pasta from scratch; it’s both an art and a tradition that results in something infinitely more satisfying than store-bought alternatives.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour or “00” flour (for a silkier texture)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 egg yolk (for extra richness)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 tablespoons water (if needed)

Instructions

Prepare the Dough:

  1. Form a Flour Well: On a clean surface or in a large mixing bowl, make a mound with the flour. Create a well in the center.
  2. Add the Wet Ingredients: Crack the eggs into the well, add the extra yolk, salt, and olive oil.
  3. Mix Slowly: Using a fork, gradually whisk the eggs, incorporating a little flour at a time from the edges until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Knead the Dough: Once the mixture becomes too thick to stir with a fork, start kneading by hand. Work the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If it feels too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time.
  5. Rest the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for at least 30-45 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax, making the dough easier to roll out.

Roll and Shape the Pasta:

  1. Divide the Dough: Cut the dough into smaller sections for easier rolling.
  2. Flatten the Dough: Using a rolling pin or pasta machine, roll out each section to your desired thickness (usually 1-2mm for most pasta types).
  3. Shape the Pasta: Depending on your preference:
    • Fettuccine or Tagliatelle: Cut into strips using a sharp knife or pasta cutter.
    • Lasagna Sheets: Cut into wide rectangles.
    • Ravioli: Use a filling of your choice and seal between two pasta sheets.
    • Pappardelle: Cut into thick ribbons.
  4. Dust with Flour: Lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.

Cook the Pasta:

  1. Boil Water: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Fresh pasta cooks quickly, usually in 2-4 minutes. Drain and serve with your favorite sauce.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2-4 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220-250 kcal