Homemade Old School Pasta Dough Recipe

Learn how to make old-school pasta dough from scratch with this classic recipe. This versatile dough can be used to make various pasta shapes like spaghetti, fettuccine, or ravioli. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating your own pasta at home with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Water, as needed

Directions

1. On a clean work surface, mound the flour and create a well in the center.
2. Crack the eggs into the well and add salt and olive oil.
3. Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add water if the dough is too dry.
5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
6. Divide the dough into smaller portions and roll out each portion into desired pasta shapes.
7. Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and serve with your favorite sauce.

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