Name: Basic Pasta Dough
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 53 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 200g 00 flour (plus extra for dusting); 2 large eggs; 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; Pinch of salt

Recipes

Basic Pasta Dough

By littlelane

The foundational recipe for fresh Italian pasta using just '00' flour and eggs. This versatile dough is the base for tagliatelle, pappardelle, lasagne sheets, and stuffed pastas like ravioli or tortellini. The key is resting the dough properly and rolling it to the right thickness.

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Ingredients list:

300g 00 flour
1 whole egg + 8 egg yolks
25ml evoo
sprinkle of salt

Directions:

Difficulty: Easy
Feeds: 4 people
Cooking time: 2.5 hours

Make a Well: On a clean surface, pour your 00 flour and create a well in the center.
Add Wet Ingredients: Crack the eggs into the well and add salt and evoo.
Beat the Eggs: Using a fork, gently beat the eggs while keeping them contained within the well.
Incorporate the Flour: Gradually mix in the flour from the edges, bit by bit, until the dough starts sticking to your fork.
Knead the Dough: Use your hands to knead the dough for at least 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. A stand mixer can also be used.
Rest the Dough: Cover and let rest for a minimum of 2 hours. This allows the dough to hydrate properly.
Portion & Cover: Divide the dough into smaller portions, ensuring the unused dough stays covered to prevent drying.
Roll & Shape: Roll out the dough with a pasta machine or rolling pin, and you're ready to shape it into your favourite pasta types!