Pasta Recipe
Delicious homemade pasta with fresh ingredients.
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Ingredients
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Pasta Dough
Sauce
Method
Pasta Dough Preparation
- 1
Mixing the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and crack the eggs into the well. Add the olive oil.
- 2
- 3
Resting the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
Pasta Cooking and Sauce Preparation
- 4
Rolling Out the Dough
After resting, divide the dough into four pieces. Roll out each piece using a pasta machine or a rolling pin until thin (about 1/16 inch).
- 5
Cutting the Pasta
Cut the rolled dough into your desired shape (fettuccine, tagliatelle, etc.) and dust with flour to prevent sticking.
- 6
Cooking the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh pasta and cook for 2-4 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 7
Making the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 8
Adding Tomatoes
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet, cooking until they burst and release their juices (about 5-7 minutes).
- 9
Finishing the Sauce
Stir in the fresh basil, cooked pasta, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste and toss everything together.