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Authentic Italian Pasta
Sana Yousaf

Authentic Italian Pasta Recipe

A classic homemade Italian pasta recipe, crafted with simple ingredients for silky, tender noodles perfect for any sauce.
Prep Time 37 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups “00” flour or all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs or 2-3 tbsp water for eggless dough
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp olive oil optional, for elasticity
  • Semolina flour for dusting, optional
  • Water as needed, 1-2 tbsp for eggless dough

Method
 

  1. Prepare the dough: Mound flour on a clean surface and make a well. Crack eggs into the well, add salt, and whisk gently with a fork, gradually mixing in flour until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Knead the dough: Knead by hand for 7-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add water or flour as needed to adjust consistency.
  3. Rest the dough: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  4. Roll out the dough: Divide into 4 pieces. Roll each piece to 1-2 mm thickness using a rolling pin or pasta machine.
  5. Shape the pasta: Cut into desired shapes (e.g., 1/4-inch strips for tagliatelle). Dust with semolina to prevent sticking.
  6. Cook the pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook fresh pasta for 1-5 minutes until al dente. Drain and toss with sauce.
  7. Serve: Plate with your favorite sauce and garnish with fresh herbs or Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Notes

  • Storage: Refrigerate fresh pasta in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for 1 month.
  • Substitutions: Use gluten-free flour for dietary needs or omit eggs for vegan pasta, adjusting with water.
  • Tip: Save a cup of pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
  • Variation: Add herbs like basil to the dough for extra flavor.

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