Pasta Recipe
Homemade pasta with sauce.
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Ingredients
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Pasta Dough
Pasta Sauce
Method
Pasta Dough Preparation
- 1
Mixing the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center and crack the eggs into the well.
- 2
- 3
Resting the Dough
Wrap the kneaded dough in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Pasta Sauce Preparation
- 4
Cooking the Sauce
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 5
Adding Tomatoes
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 6
Seasoning the Sauce
Add fresh basil, salt, and black pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cooking the Pasta
- 7
Rolling out the Dough
After the dough has rested, divide it into four pieces. Roll each piece out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 8
Cutting the Pasta
Cut the rolled dough into your preferred shape (fettuccine, tagliatelle, etc.). Dust with flour to prevent sticking.
- 9
Boiling 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 reserve some pasta water.
- 10
Combining Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the sauce in the skillet. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
