Master Recipe for Pasta Dough

Create perfect homemade pasta every time with this Master Recipe for Pasta Dough—a timeless classic that combines simplicity and versatility. Made with just four pantry staples—flour, eggs, olive oil, and salt—this recipe yields silky, elastic dough that’s a joy to work with. Whether you’re crafting delicate fettuccine, pillowy ravioli, or lasagna sheets, this all-purpose pasta dough recipe adapts beautifully to any shape or dish. Learn the art of kneading, resting, and rolling the dough for that perfectly tender, al dente texture. Ideal for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, this fresh pasta recipe takes just 40 minutes of prep and delivers restaurant-quality results that will elevate every meal. Keywords: fresh pasta dough, homemade pasta, how to make pasta from scratch, Italian pasta dough recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:2 mins

Total Time:42 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 3 whole Large eggs
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

Place the flour on a clean countertop or in a large mixing bowl and form a well in the center.

Step 2

Crack the eggs into the well, then add the olive oil and salt.

Step 3

Using a fork, gently whisk the eggs, gradually incorporating the surrounding flour a little at a time.

Step 4

Once the mixture becomes too thick to work with a fork, begin kneading the dough with your hands, bringing in the remaining flour.

Step 5

Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until it is smooth, elastic, and slightly tacky but not sticky. If the dough feels too dry, add a few drops of water; if too sticky, sprinkle with a little extra flour.

Step 6

Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax and makes it easier to roll out.

Step 7

After resting, divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Keep portions you are not actively working with covered to prevent them from drying out.

Step 8

Using a pasta roller or rolling pin, roll each portion of dough out to your desired thickness, dusting lightly with flour as needed to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Cut the pasta into your preferred shape (e.g., fettuccine, tagliatelle, or sheets for lasagna) and let it dry slightly on a floured surface or pasta drying rack.

Step 10

To cook, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh pasta and cook for 1-2 minutes or until al dente. Drain and use as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	467 grams (467.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1428

Total Fat 31.90g	41%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 558mg	186%
Sodium 1395mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 231.90g	84%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 0.60g
Protein 49.00g	98%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 125mg	10%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 529mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.4%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 65.8%