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Discover the Secret to an Authentic Pasta Recipe That Transports You to Italy

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Learn how to make delicious pasta recipe authentic. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Gathering your ingredients is like collecting pieces of a family story, each playing a vital role in the narrative of this dish.

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups homemade tomato sauce (or your favorite store-bought variety)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

For substitutions, you can use whole wheat flour for a nuttier taste or add a touch of semolina flour for a firmer texture. Mama Lou often reminded us that the quality of the ingredients is key to authentic flavors, so choose the freshest you can find.

Instructions

Creating this pasta is a journey, each step a page in the cookbook of our family history. Follow along as we recreate the magic.

  1. Begin by placing the flour on a clean surface, creating a well in the center. Crack the eggs into the well, add salt, and drizzle with olive oil.
  2. Using a fork, gradually incorporate the flour into the eggs until a dough starts to form. Mama Lou taught us patience here, letting the dough come together gently.
  3. Knead the dough by hand for about 10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
  4. After resting, roll out the dough using a pasta machine or rolling pin to your desired thickness. Cut it into your preferred pasta shape—tagliatelle was always Mama Lou’s favorite.
  5. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta for 2-3 minutes, or until al dente.
  6. In a separate pan, heat the tomato sauce over medium heat. Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat, letting the flavors meld together.
  7. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan and fresh basil leaves. As Mama Lou would say, “A dish isn’t complete until it’s shared with love.”

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International