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Easy Homemade Pasta for a Cozy Family Dinner

Homemade pasta that’s easy to make and perfect for family dinners, packed with wholesome ingredients.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Pasta Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour use high-quality flour for the best texture and flavor
  • 3 large eggs room temperature eggs create a rich, creamy dough
  • 1 pinch salt enhances overall flavor of the pasta
Marinara Sauce (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil infuses depth and brings flavors to life
  • 2 cloves garlic fresh garlic cloves elevate the aroma and taste
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes choose quality canned tomatoes for a flavorful base
  • 1 cup fresh basil adds a fragrant note that complements the pasta

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • pasta machine
  • Rolling pin
  • Sharp knife
  • colander

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt. Make a well in the center and crack in 3 large eggs. Whisk the eggs, gradually incorporating the flour until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the Dough
  1. Transfer the shaggy dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest for at least 30 minutes.
Roll Out the Dough
  1. Divide the dough into four pieces. Roll each piece out to about 1/16 inch thick, dusting with flour to prevent sticking.
Cut the Pasta
  1. Flour the sheets lightly, fold them over and slice into ½-inch strips. Unravel and lay on a floured surface.
Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 2-4 minutes until they float to the surface.
Combine with Sauce
  1. Reserve a cup of pasta water, drain the pasta and return to the pot. Add Marinara Sauce and stir over low heat for 2-3 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh basil or grated cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow dough to rest to relax gluten. Save pasta water for adjusting sauce consistency.

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