* Fresh herbs (such as basil, oregano, or parsley)
* Parmesan cheese
* Tomato sauce (optional)
* Meat (such as ground beef or sausage, optional)
Steps
Semolina and egg pasta is a classic Italian dish that's easy to make and packed full of flavor. Here are the steps you can follow to create your own fresh semolina and egg pasta:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup semolina flour
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Equipment:
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Kitchen scale
- Rolling pin or pasta maker
- Sharp knife
- Pot of boiling water
- Colander or strainer
- Tongs
Instructions:
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the semolina flour, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2: Crack the eggs into the bowl with the dry ingredients, making sure they are room temperature. Mix them gently with a fork.
Step 3: Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once it starts to shimmer, add the egg mixture to the pan and stir constantly for about one minute until the eggs begin to set around the edges.
Step 4: Remove the egg mixture from the pan and pour it into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix everything together until it forms a sticky dough.
Step 5: Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about five minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for at least an hour to allow the semolina flour to hydrate fully.
Step 6: Once the dough has rested, divide it into four equal pieces and roll out each piece on a lightly floured surface until it is about 1/8 inch thick. Use a pasta maker or rolling pin to cut out long strips of pasta.
Step 7: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the freshly made semolina and egg pasta to the water and cook for about three minutes or until it is al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander or strainer, reserving about one cup of the cooking water for later use.
Step 8: Toss the cooked pasta with your favorite sauce, such as tomato sauce, pesto, or simply some olive oil and garlic. If it seems too dry, add a little bit of the reserved cooking water until you achieve your desired consistency.
Step 9: Serve your fresh semolina and egg pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!