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How to Make 29 Handmade Pasta Shapes With 4 Types of Dough | Handcrafted | Bon Appétit

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Handmade Pasta

Cultural Context

Handmade pasta has deep roots in Italian culinary tradition, often made in homes across the country. This labor-intensive process celebrates the simplicity and quality of ingredients, allowing for a personal touch in each batch. Today, handmade pasta is cherished both in Italy and around the world, with various regional styles and sauces to accompany it.

ItalianITmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup semolina flour
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal + water

💰Cheaper: water

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative, while water is a budget-friendly option.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor with fewer calories, while pecorino is often less expensive.

1

Mix flour and salt in a mound on a clean surface.

2

Make a well in the center of the flour mound.

3

Crack eggs into the well and add olive oil.

4

Using a fork, beat the eggs gently, gradually incorporating flour from the edges.

5

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes.

6

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.

7

Divide the dough into smaller portions for easier rolling.

8

Flatten a portion of dough slightly and dust with semolina flour.

9

Roll out the dough with a pasta machine or rolling pin until thin.

10

Cut the rolled dough into desired shapes (fettuccine, tagliatelle, etc.).

11

Dust cut pasta with semolina flour to prevent sticking.

12

Repeat with remaining dough portions.

13

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

14

Cook the pasta in boiling water until al dente, about 2-4 minutes depending on thickness.

15

Drain the pasta and toss with your favorite sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pasta FrescaFresh Pasta
Local Name: Pasta fatta a mano

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