The Art of Making Homemade Pasta from Scratch

Homemade pasta is surprisingly simple and elevates any dish. All you need is flour, eggs, and a little patience.

Ingredients

• 1 cup '00' flour (or all-purpose flour)
• 1 large egg
• Salt, to taste

Steps

1. Mound the flour on a clean surface and make a well in the center. 2. Crack the egg into the well and whisk with a fork, gradually incorporating the flour. 3. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth. 4. Wrap and rest the dough for 30 minutes. 5. Roll out to desired thickness and cut into shapes. 6. Cook in boiling, salted water for 2-5 minutes.

Tips

• Use a pasta roller for consistent thickness.
• Dust with flour to prevent sticking.
• Pair with simple sauces to let the pasta shine.

Fresh pasta will transform your Italian dishes into something truly special.