From Starch: Pasta
Making fresh pasta at home is easier than you think, and it tastes so much better than store-bought! I’m going to walk you through my step-by-step method, including tools I use (along with my favorite pasta attachment & kitchen tools) and a few tips to make this fun and stress-free.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
Pinch of salt
Optional: a sprinkle of Chef’s Blend seasoning for extra flavor
Let’s Make the Dough
With the flour, create a well in the center. (photo 1.)
Crack all the eggs into the center of the well, add a pinch of salt, oil, and beat just the eggs with a fork. (photo 2 & 3.)
Gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a dough forms. (photo 4.)
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Knead the Dough
Knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for 20–30 minutes.
Photo 4
Roll the Pasta
Divide the dough into smaller portions. (photo 5)
Use a pasta attachment or rolling pin to roll each portion to your desired thickness. (photo 6)
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Cut & Cook
Cut the pasta into your preferred shape with a dough cutter or knife. Place on a sheet pan. (fettuccine, tagliatelle, etc.).
Boil in salted water for 2–3 minutes or until al dente.
Drain and toss with your favorite sauce. ( Chef’s tomato garden sauce )
Chef’s Favorite
Tools & Ingredients
Pasta Attachment - I use this pasta attachment to roll out the dough perfectly every time. It’s sturdy, easy to clean, and makes the sheets just the right thickness. (Shop!)
Stand Mixer- Just can’t go wrong with this stand mixer. Have had it for years now, and it has never failed me. The plus side I love the most is all the different attachments you can get. (Grab one here!)
Knife- One of my Top 5 Chef Knives that I use for everything. I love the color blue, and this handle is a beautiful marble blue. (Japanese Knife Set.)
Dough Cutter- If you don’t want to use a knife, this dough cutter is another good tool to have in your kitchen. (Dough Cutter.)
Sheet Pans- Everyone loves a good sheet pan, and the big one can be a pain if you don’t have a lot of items. These mini pans are perfect for smaller dishes/ingredients. (12” Sheet Pans.)
Silicone Mat – I love using this silicone mat for kneading any dough. It’s lightweight and dishwasher-friendly. (Silicone Mat)
Rolling Pin – Prefer rolling by hand? A solid rolling pin is key. I use this one. (Rolling Pin)
Seasoning Blends – I always use my own Chef’s Blend seasonings. It gives the pasta that little extra flavor punch. You can grab them here.
Black Truffle Oil- Something I use to add a subtle, upscale touch to a dish that is simple yet elegant.
💡 Pro Tip: Sprinkle a little Chef’s Blend right into the dough before rolling it into pasta. This gives it flavor throughout the entire pasta.
Give this fresh pasta recipe a try! It’s fun, satisfying, and tastes amazing, way better than store-bought. If you make it, tag me on Instagram or leave a comment below — I’d love to see your creations!
To make your cooking experience even better, click the links to grab some of my must-have kitchen tools.
