Easy Homemade Pasta & how to cook it

How to make Homemade Italian Pasta Noodles Recipe

• Homemade pasta can be adjusted according to how many people will be eating- the ratio is 3 1/2 ounces flour (100g) to 1 large egg.

Have a rolling pin, knife or pasta cutter, and additional flour nearby to work with dough.

• Start with a clean work surface then mound the flour creating a large well in the center to place the eggs.

Crack the eggs into the center and quickly pop the yolks with your fingers for ease in mixing.

• Start to mix the dough by bringing the outside edge of the flour into the center of the eggs.

• Work quickly in this same way by bringing the dough together before the eggs can run away!

Knead for 4-5 minutes until smooth and elastic, set on freshly lightly floured surface, cover with plastic wrap and allow to rest for 30 minutes.

• Check for elasticity by poking the dough to see the indentation release.

• Divide dough into 4 pieces, working them one at time, and roll or use pasta machine to sheet pasta into 4×10 inches rectangular shapes.

• Keep hands, dough, and counters lightly floured.

Thinly slice with pasta cutter or knife, tossing with a small amount of flour, and piling in small nests to be cooked.

Cooking Homemade Italian Pasta Noodles Recipe

The key thing here, is to heavily salt your water! It adds essential flavor to your pasta but does not absorb too much. The ideal amount is 1 1/2 tablespoons per 3-4 quarts of water.

• Do NOT add oil to your water!! It does more harm than good. It can prevent the sauce from sticking to the pasta.

• Add water to your pot cold, adding the salt once it is almost to the boiling point.

• Wait for BIG bubbles before adding your pasta! The boiling temperature is what prevents the pasta from getting mushy. The first plunge into the boiling water is critical to the texture of the final product.

Stir! Remember to stir to prevent sticking and uneven cooking.

• Do not use a lid on your pot, to prevent boiling over and to keep the pasta boiling evenly.

• For the tastiest way, you want to cook the pasta al dente, which means “to the tooth” or “to the bite.” Start testing your pasta 1-2 minutes before it’s supposed to be done.

Drain quickly and serve immediately.

• The sooner you bring the pasta and sauce together… the better. Let the magic of the pasta and sauce marriage take place and make the perfect pasta meal!

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