Pasta dough #1

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Homemade fresh pasta dough using simple ingredients

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

40 min

Cook

3-5 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

338

Sugar

Fat

Homemade pasta goes way back to the times when people used to make their own food at home from scratch. It’s Italian in origin, and today it is enjoyed around the world by food lovers who appreciate fresh and flavorful food. Making fresh pasta dough is a fun and creative activity that you can enjoy with your loved ones. Pasta dough isn’t limited to only being used to make pasta, as it can be the base for other great recipes as well.

Instructions

1.	Create a well in the center of the flour by placing it on a clean work surface and making a depression in the middle.
2.	Add the water, eggs, egg yolk, olive oil, and salt to the well. Use a fork to whisk the mixture while slowly incorporating flour.
3.	Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
4.	Once the dough has rested, use a pasta roller or rolling pin to shape it into your desired pasta shape.

PROS

Homemade pasta dough is fresh, tasty and customizable.
It’s also cost-effective compared to store-bought pasta.

By using high-quality ingredients, you know what goes into your food and can adjust accordingly.

CONS

Making pasta dough from scratch can be time-consuming, and it requires some experience to get the technique right.
The pasta might not turn out as perfect as you’d expect, especially if it’s your first time making pasta dough.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pasta dough made from scratch is a healthier option than store-bought pasta because it doesn’t contain preservatives or additives. Homemade pasta dough contains fewer carbs and sodium compared to store-bought due to the absence of hidden ingredients such as sugar and salt.
It’s also a good source of protein, thanks to the added eggs in the mixture.

	2 1/4 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
	1/3 cup water
	2 eggs
	1 egg yolk
	1 teaspoon olive oil
	1 teaspoon salt