Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare your chosen pasta dough recipe. This typically involves mixing flour and eggs, then kneading until smooth.
- Allow the dough to rest for at least 30 minutes. This makes it easier to work with.
- Decide on your pasta shape and equipment. You can use a rolling pin and knife for shapes like lasagna or pappardelle, or a pasta machine for spaghetti, fettuccine, rigatoni, or bucatini.
- Roll out the dough. If using a machine, feed the dough through progressively thinner settings until you achieve the desired thickness. If rolling by hand, aim for an even sheet.
- Cut the dough into your desired shapes. Dust generously with semolina flour to prevent sticking.
- Dry the pasta. Lay the cut pasta on a clean surface, drying rack, or hang it. Allow it to dry for at least 30 minutes, or longer if preparing ahead for a later meal.
- Cook the fresh pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, usually just a few minutes.
Notes
Making fresh pasta takes practice, especially when using a machine for the first time. Don't be discouraged if your first attempt isn't perfect. The process of making pasta can be a fun family activity, creating delicious meals and lasting memories together.