Description
This classic homemade noodle recipe captures the nostalgic flavors and textures of traditional noodles made from scratch. With just a few simple ingredients—flour, salt, and eggs—you can create tender, fresh noodles that cook quickly and pair perfectly with any sauce or broth. Whether you dry them for storage or cook them fresh, these noodles offer a comforting, authentic taste reminiscent of grandma’s kitchen.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt until combined evenly. Then create a well in the center of the flour mixture to prepare for the eggs.
- Incorporate Eggs: Crack the eggs into the flour well. Using a fork, slowly whisk the eggs while gradually incorporating flour from the edges into the eggs, stirring continuously until a sticky dough starts to form.
- Knead Dough: Turn the sticky dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it thoroughly until it becomes smooth and shiny, which usually takes several minutes.
- Rest Dough: Wrap the kneaded dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to overnight. This resting period hydrates the flour and makes rolling easier.
- Roll Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to your desired thinness. Keep in mind the noodles will slightly swell during cooking, so roll them a bit thinner than you want the final thickness.
- Cut Noodles: Use a pizza cutter or a sharp knife to slice the dough into even noodle shapes. Alternatively, you can lightly flour the top, roll the dough loosely like a jelly roll, and cut equal-width strips before unrolling them for drying.
- Dry Noodles: Lay the cut noodles on a wire rack and allow them to dry for 2 to 3 hours. Once dried, store them in an airtight container. Freshly dried noodles will keep refrigerated for up to 3 days or can be frozen for up to 8 months.
- Cook Noodles: To cook, bring 3 quarts of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a rolling boil. Slowly add the noodles to the boiling water to prevent sticking and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until tender. Drain well before serving with your choice of sauce or broth.
Notes
- The dough can be refrigerated overnight to develop flavor and improve texture.
- Rolling the dough thinner will result in more delicate noodles that cook quickly.
- Drying noodles before storing extends shelf life and makes them easier to handle.
- Use plenty of water with salt for boiling to enhance flavor and prevent noodles from sticking.
- Fresh noodles cook much faster than dried commercial varieties—keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Pasta & Noodles
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Traditional
Keywords: homemade noodles, fresh pasta, egg noodles, classic noodle recipe, from scratch noodles, easy pasta, comfort food
