Pastas Recipe
Various pasta dishes made with fresh ingredients.
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Ingredients
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Pasta Dough
Pasta Sauce
Pasta Garnish
Method
Making the Pasta Dough
- 1
Mixing Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center, and crack the eggs into the well.
- 2
- 3
Resting
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing the Sauce
- 4
Sautéing Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 5
Cooking Tomatoes
Add the crushed canned tomatoes to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Adding Basil and Seasoning
Stir in the chopped fresh basil, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
Cooking Pasta
- 7
Rolling the Dough
After resting, divide the dough into four pieces. Roll out each piece into thin sheets using a pasta machine or a rolling pin.
- 8
Cutting the Pasta
Cut the rolled dough into your desired pasta shape (fettuccine, lasagna sheets, etc.).
- 9
Boiling Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta for about 2-4 minutes until al dente, then drain.
Combining and Serving
- 10
Mixing Pasta and Sauce
In the skillet with the sauce, add the cooked pasta and toss to combine until the pasta is well coated.
- 11
Garnishing
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.