Recipes

Noodles

Egg Noodles

Ingredients

• 2 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
• 1 tablespoon cold water

Description

1. In a large bowl or clean surface, combine 2 cups flour and salt. Make a deep well in the center of the flour; add eggs and water to the well. Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix the ingredients together until a soft dough forms.
2. Gather the dough; transfer to a floured surface. Shape into a ball; knead until smooth, about 10 minutes. If the dough starts to get tacky, dust with reserved flour to keep it from sticking, as needed.
3. Divide the dough into thirds. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough into a paper-thin rectangle using a rolling pin dusted with flour. When the dough reaches the desired thickness, trim the edges to create an even rectangle.
4. Taking one of the short sides of the rectangle, begin to roll up the dough. Use a sharp knife to cut dough into 1/4-in. slices. Unroll noodles and allow them to dry flat on paper towels.
5. Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a rapid boil. Drop noodles into the water; cook until al dente, 7-10 minutes. Reserve pasta water for sauce, if desired; drain remaining water. Use noodles in your favorite noodle recipe.