How to make a delicious egg pasta at home

 Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.

Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and crack the eggs into the well.

Use a fork to whisk the eggs, gradually incorporating the flour mixture until a dough forms.

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.

After the dough has rested, use a rolling pin or pasta machine to roll the dough out into thin sheets.

Cut the pasta sheets into your desired shape (e.g. fettuccine, spaghetti, etc.).

Boil the pasta in a large pot of salted water for 3-5 minutes, or until al dente.

Serve with your favorite pasta sauce and enjoy!

Note: You can also add additional flavor to the pasta by incorporating herbs, spices, or even pureed vegetables into the dough.

Pro Tips :

Use good quality flour: Use high-quality flour that is fresh and free from any impurities. Semolina flour and all-purpose flour are commonly used for making egg pasta.

Use room temperature eggs: Use eggs that are at room temperature, as this will help to incorporate them more easily into the flour mixture.

Knead the dough well: Knead the dough for at least 10-15 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic. This will help to develop gluten and give the pasta a better texture.

Let the dough rest: After kneading, let the dough rest for at least 30 minutes to an hour. This will help the gluten to relax and make it easier to roll out the pasta.

Roll the pasta thinly: Roll out the pasta dough thinly, as this will result in a lighter and more delicate pasta. If you don't have a pasta roller, you can use a rolling pin.

Dust with flour: Dust the pasta dough and the work surface with flour as you roll it out. This will prevent the dough from sticking and make it easier to work with.

Cook in salted boiling water: Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Fresh pasta cooks much faster than dried pasta, so keep a close eye on it and taste it frequently.

Pair with a simple sauce: Egg pasta pairs well with simple sauces that allow the flavor of the pasta to shine through. Tomato sauce, olive oil, and butter-based sauces are all good options.