Description

This Homemade Egg Noodles recipe offers a simple and classic way to make fresh pasta from scratch using basic ingredients like flour, eggs, and salt. Perfectly tender and versatile, these noodles cook quickly and pair beautifully with a variety of sauces or soups. The dough is kneaded to smooth elasticity, rested for easy rolling, and then cut into strips for a delightful homemade pasta experience.

Ingredients

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For the Dough

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling
2 large eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
2–3 tablespoons water (as needed)
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for extra tenderness)

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Instructions

Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
Create a Well: Make a well in the center of the flour mixture, then crack the eggs into the well.
Mix the Eggs and Flour: Use a fork to gently beat the eggs, slowly incorporating the flour from the sides until the dough begins to form.
Knead the Dough: Transfer dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add water teaspoon by teaspoon if too dry, or sprinkle more flour if too sticky.
Rest the Dough: Cover dough with a clean towel or plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes to relax the gluten and ease rolling.
Roll the Dough: Divide rested dough into two pieces. Roll each out on a floured surface with a rolling pin or use a pasta machine, rolling until about 1/8 inch thick.
Cut the Noodles: Fold rolled dough loosely and cut into strips about 1/4 to 1/2 inch wide using a sharp knife. Unfold strips and toss with flour to prevent sticking.
Cook the Noodles: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add noodles and cook for 2-4 minutes, until noodles float and are tender.
Serve: Drain noodles and toss with your favorite sauce, butter, or seasoning.

Notes

Resting the dough is essential for easier rolling and better texture.
You can add olive oil to the dough for extra tenderness, but it’s optional.
Fresh noodles cook much faster than dried pasta, so watch closely while boiling.
Flour the noodles well after cutting to prevent sticking before cooking.
Store uncooked noodles in the refrigerator for a day or two or freeze for longer storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American