Basil Fettuccine (Pasta Noodle Recipe)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Fresh and flavorful Basil Fettuccine recipe for your pasta cravings

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

30 min

Cook

2-3 min

Ready In

33 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-3

Calories

250

Sugar

Fat

Basil Fettuccine is a fresh and simple pasta dish that everyone should try making at home. The recipe uses only a few ingredients and is perfect for those who want a homemade pasta experience without extensive preparation or planning. The basil adds a subtle yet distinct flavor that is not too overpowering. The pasta is versatile, so you can enjoy it any way you like, whether with a classic marinara sauce or with creamy Alfredo and pesto sauce. Make this dish and impress your family and friends with your homemade pasta skills.

Instructions

1.	In a food processor, blend the chopped basil until finely ground.
2.	Add in the flour, egg, olive oil, water, and remaining flour, and process until the dough comes together into a ball.
3.	Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, then cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 15 minutes.
4.	Roll out the dough into thin sheets and cut into fettuccine shapes.
5.	Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water, drained, and serve immediately with your favorite sauce.

PROS

This homemade Basil Fettuccine is easy to make and delivers a fresh and flavorful taste that is hard to beat.

The pasta noodles are perfect for pairing with any type of sauce, from creamy Alfredo to zesty marinara.

CONS

Making homemade pasta can be time-consuming and requires some practice to get the right texture.

If you don’t have a food processor, you can chop the basil by hand but it will take longer.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Basil Fettuccine recipe uses all-natural ingredients and no additives or preservatives.
Basil has been known to have anti-inflammatory properties and can help boost your immune system.

	3/4 cup chopped fresh basil
	1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
	1 egg
	1 teaspoon olive oil
	2 tablespoons water
	2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour