Fresh Pasta Recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 319kcal
This fresh pasta recipe is quick to put together. There is nothing like fresh pasta with a meal! Give it a try!
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Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups of all purpose or 00 flour
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- ½ teaspoon of sea salt
Instructions
- Use a food processor to make the pasta dough recipe.
- Place salt and flour in the food processor and pulse two or three times to aerate the flour.
- While the processor is running, add the eggs and olive oil
- When the dough comes together, stop the processor and place the dough on a lightly floured surface. See notes for pasta not coming together.
- Knead dough and form into a ball. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
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Notes
If your pasta dough is not coming together in the processor, add a tablespoon of water and it will come together. It will form a ball in the food processor.
How long does fresh pasta take to cook? Fresh pasta cooks incredibly fast! It usually takes just a few minutes in salted boiling water. You'll know it's done when it starts to float to the top.
Do I need a pasta rolling machine for this recipe? No, you don't! While a pasta rolling machine works great and is preferred by some, you can absolutely roll and cut your fresh pasta using just a rolling pin.
Can I make this fresh pasta dough by hand instead of a food processor? Yes, absolutely! The recipe provides instructions for both methods. You can make a well with the flour and gradually incorporate the wet ingredients by hand, then knead until smooth.
How long should the fresh pasta dough rest? After forming the dough into a smooth ball, it's essential to cover it and let it rest for at least 30 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax, making the dough much easier to roll.
Should I dry fresh pasta before cooking it? For this specific recipe, you don't need to dry the pasta. Once you've rolled and cut it into your desired shape, it can go straight into a pot of salted boiling water.
What kind of flour is best for fresh pasta? All-purpose flour works perfectly for this fresh pasta recipe. However, you can experiment with different flours to discover textures or flavors your family enjoys.
Nutrition
Calories: 319kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 234mg | Sodium: 333mg | Potassium: 155mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 318IU | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 4mg