Old School Pasta Dough – Homemade

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Classic Old School Pasta Dough Recipe for Homemade Italian Noodles

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

40 min

Cook

2 min

Ready In

42 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

295

Sugar

Fat

Pasta is a staple food in Italian cuisine, with hundreds of different varieties available throughout the country. Homemade pasta is a true labor of love, requiring skill and patience to make by hand. Old School Pasta Dough is a classic recipe that has been passed down through generations of Italian cooks. This recipe uses just a few simple ingredients to create a versatile dough that can be rolled out into a variety of pasta shapes, perfect for any occasion. Whether you are making spaghetti, fettuccine, or ravioli, this recipe is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, create a mound with flour, then use a fork or your fingers to create a well in the center.
2.	Add eggs, egg yolks, olive oil, and salt into the well.
3.	Using a fork, break up the eggs then gently whisk the eggs, incorporating the flour a bit at a time.
4.	Once you have a shaggy mass of dough, pull it together with your hands, adding flour as needed to prevent sticking.
5.	Knead the dough for about 10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
6.	Cover the dough with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.

PROS

Making homemade pasta is a fun and rewarding experience that is sure to impress family and friends.

The ingredients are simple and easy to find in any grocery store or supermarket.

CONS

Homemade pasta dough can be time-consuming to make and requires some practice to get the technique down.

You’ll need a pasta maker or a good rolling pin to get the dough to the right thickness, otherwise, it may be too thick or too thin.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Homemade pasta dough can be a healthier alternative to store-bought pasta, as it doesn’t contain any preservatives or artificial ingredients.
Eggs are a good source of protein, while olive oil is a healthy source of fat that can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health.

	4 3/4 cups all-purpose flour , or more if needed
	4 eggs
	6 egg yolks
	2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
	1/4 teaspoon sea salt