Homemade Noodles

There are countless recipes for making noodles out there so if you do not like this one I recomend you keep looking and trying different ones. These are very easy and affordable to make and are so delicious you will never use store-bought again!


Basic Homemade Pasta


2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 beaten eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon oil (cooking or olive)


1. In a large bowl mix dry ingredients. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture. In a seperate bowl mix wet ingredients. Add wet to well in the flour mixture; stir to combine.


2. Turn dough out onto a clean, floured surface. Knead until dough is smooth and elastic (8-10 minutes). Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.


3. Divide dough into 4 equal balls. On a floured surface roll each ball thin. Keep in mind the noodles will plump up while cooking. Let rest again, uncovered, for about 20 minutes.


4. Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut into desired shapes or strips.

5. Drop into hot chicken broth or water. Boil for 2-3 minutes.

Shortcut Pasta

We use this on those nights when we are in a hurry or I have not prepared very well! This recipe makes 2 servings so multiply as needed.


1 cup all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup water


1. Begin water boiling on your stove. In a large bowl mix dry ingredients and make a well in the center. Add the egg and mix. It will be very dry.


2. Slowly add water until a dough forms. If it gets too wet, slowly add flour back until it is a good, and slightly sticky, dough.


3. On an floured surface, roll out the dough until it is pretty thin. Again, keep in mind these will plump as you cook them. Cut into desired size and shape witha knife or pizza cutter.


4. Carefully drop into boiling water or broth and boil for 2-3 minutes. Drain and enjoy!


We use these noodles in a variety of meals from chicken or beef and gravy to Chicken Noodle Soup. I do not use this in casseroles because I do not have the space to let them dry out. (See below for drying and storing directions.)


For a fun variation add 1/4- 1/2 teaspoon of your favorite herbs to the flour. Basil, thyme, rosemary, sage, marjoram, even cracked pepper - be creative and have fun!


For a heartier flavor and texture use whole wheat pasta.


To store cut pasta, spread on a wire cooling rack or hang from a pasta hanger or a clothes hanger. Let dry overnight or until completely dry. Store in an airtight container and chill for up to 3 days, or in a freezer bag or container in your freezer for up to 8 months.


Watch for my ravioli recipe and other fun ways to use these noodles.