My First Pasta Disaster
I remember the first time I made pasta. It was a sticky mess. My hands were covered in dough. I still laugh at that.
But that mess taught me something. Cooking is about trying. It is okay to make a mess. That is how we learn. What was your first kitchen mess?
Why We Use Einkorn Flour
Einkorn is an old kind of wheat. It is simpler than modern wheat. Many people find it easier to digest.
This matters because food should make you feel good. Using simple ingredients is a good start. It connects us to how people cooked long ago.
Let’s Make the Dough
Put four cups of flour in a big bowl. Make a little hole in the middle. Crack four eggs into that hole.
Whisk the eggs with a fork. Slowly pull the flour into the eggs. Soon, a soft dough will form. Doesn’t that smell amazing?
The Magic of the Pasta Maker
This is my favorite part. You roll the dough through the machine. It starts out thick and bumpy.
Then you run it through again and again. It gets longer and smoother each time. It is like magic. *Fun fact: The word “pasta” comes from an Italian word for paste!*
Cooking Your Masterpiece
Get a big pot of salty water boiling. Drop your fresh pasta in. It only needs about four minutes to cook.
This matters because fresh pasta cooks so fast. You get to eat your creation quickly. Do you prefer red sauce or white sauce on your pasta?
Keeping Your Pasta Happy
If you have extra, do not worry. You can keep it in the fridge for two days. Or freeze it for two weeks.
It feels good to have homemade food ready for a meal. It is a little gift to your future self. Will you try making a double batch to save for later?
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Einkorn flour | 4 cups | Can be made by grinding einkorn berries |
| Eggs | 4 | |
| Salt (for cooking water) | To taste | Used when boiling the pasta |
Making Pasta With Your Own Two Hands
I love the feel of flour on my fingers. It reminds me of my own grandma’s kitchen. Making pasta from scratch is like a little magic trick. You start with just flour and eggs. Then you end up with the most delicious noodles.
It’s a simple joy, really. Let me walk you through it. I still laugh at that time I forgot to put a bowl under the pasta maker. What a fluffy, floury mess that was! But we learn as we go. You will, too.
Step 1: First, make a little nest with your flour. Put the four cups in a big bowl. Use your fingers to push a hole in the middle. This is your well. Crack your four eggs right into that spot.
Step 2: Now, whisk those eggs with a fork. Slowly pull the flour from the sides into the eggs. Keep mixing until a soft dough forms. Then use your hands to knead it. You want it to feel smooth and a little springy.
Step 3: Cut your dough into four equal balls. This makes it easier to handle. Pat one ball out on a floured surface. Make it into a small, thick square. (A hard-learned tip: if the dough sticks, just add a tiny bit more flour).
Step 4: Time for the pasta maker! Set it to the thickest setting. Feed your dough square through. Catch it gently with your hand. It will be a long, funny-looking sheet. That’s perfect.
Step 5: Fold that long sheet into thirds, like a letter. Then run it through the thickest setting again. This helps make the pasta strong. Now, run the dough through each setting, getting thinner each time. Doesn’t that smooth sheet look amazing?
Step 6: Switch to the cutter attachment. Guide your thin sheet through one last time. Catch those beautiful noodles as they come out. You can lay them on a clean towel to dry. Or hang them on a rack if you have one. Do you prefer long spaghetti or wide fettuccine? Share below!
Step 7: To cook, just boil a big pot of salty water. Drop your fresh pasta in. It only needs about four minutes! Stir it so the noodles don’t stick. When it’s tender, drain it and add your favorite sauce.
Cook Time: 4–6 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour
Yield: 4–6 servings
Category: Dinner, Main Course
Three Fun Twists on Your Noodles
The best part of cooking is making it your own. You can add so much to this simple pasta dough. Just mix it in when you are kneading. It’s a wonderful surprise for your family.
Here are a few of my favorite ideas. They always make dinner feel special. I think a pop of color is so cheerful on a plate.
Sunshine Pasta: Add a teaspoon of turmeric to the flour. It turns the noodles a happy, golden yellow.
Herb Garden Pasta: Mix in two tablespoons of finely chopped fresh basil or parsley. Doesn’t that smell like summer?
Peppery Pasta: Stir in one teaspoon of freshly cracked black pepper. It gives a lovely little warmth to every bite.
Which one would you try first? Comment below!
The Perfect Plate for Your Pasta
Now, what to serve with your beautiful homemade pasta? A simple dish deserves good company. I like to keep things fresh and easy.
For your plate, try a bright, crisp salad on the side. A few garlic breadsticks are always a hit, too. Or just a light sprinkle of fresh parsley on top. It looks so pretty.
What to drink? A chilled glass of Pinot Grigio pairs nicely. For a non-alcoholic treat, I love sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon. It cleanses your palate between bites.
Which would you choose tonight?
Keeping Your Homemade Pasta Fresh
Fresh pasta is a special treat. You will want to keep it tasting great. Store it in a sealed container in the fridge for two days.
For longer storage, the freezer is your friend. Lay the noodles flat on a tray to freeze them first. Then put them in a bag for up to two weeks.
I once put warm pasta straight into a bag. It turned into one big, frozen lump. Now I always do the tray step first.
This matters because good food should not go to waste. A little planning lets you enjoy your work for days. Have you ever tried storing it this way? Share below!
Simple Fixes for Common Pasta Problems
Sometimes the dough feels too sticky. Just add a tiny bit more flour. This will make it easier to handle.
The dough might tear in the machine. I remember when this happened to me. I just folded it and ran it through again.
Your noodles might stick together after cutting. Give them a good dusting with flour. Then spread them out to dry properly.
Fixing small problems builds your cooking confidence. It also makes your food taste so much better. Which of these problems have you run into before?
Your Pasta Questions, Answered
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: This recipe needs einkorn flour. It has gluten. I do not have a gluten-free version yet.
Q: Can I make the dough ahead?
A: Yes, you can. Wrap the dough balls in plastic. Keep them in the fridge for one day.
Q: What if I do not have a pasta machine?
A: Use a rolling pin and a knife. Roll the dough very thin. Then cut it into strips.
Q: Can I double this recipe?
A: You can, but mix it in two separate batches. It is easier to handle that way.
Q: Any special tip?
A: Let the dough rest for 30 minutes after kneading. This makes it much easier to roll out. Which tip will you try first?
A Note From My Kitchen to Yours
I hope you love making this pasta. It always makes my kitchen feel warm and happy. Cooking from scratch is a wonderful thing.
I would love to see what you create in your own kitchen. Sharing food stories connects us all. Have you tried this recipe? Tag us on Pinterest!
Fun fact: Einkorn is one of the oldest kinds of wheat. People have been eating it for thousands of years!
Happy cooking!
—Grace Ellington.
Homemade Einkorn Flour Pasta Recipe
Description
Make fresh, wholesome pasta from scratch using nutritious einkorn flour. This recipe guides you through making, cutting, and cooking your own homemade pasta.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Grind einkorn berries in a grain mill. Skip this step if you have pre-ground flour.
- Add four cups of flour to a large bowl. Create a well in the flour and add four eggs to the well.
- Whisk eggs, then slowly combine flour until a dough forms. Knead the dough until it becomes slightly elastic, then cut into four equal balls.
- Flour surface and pat out dough until each dough ball forms a 4 by 4 square.
- Add the pasta through the pasta maker on the thickest setting (which is an 8 on my machine), catching it gently as it goes through.
- Fold into thirds, lengthwise, then run through the thickest setting again.
- Keep placing the pasta dough through the pasta maker, changing the setting lower and lower each time.
- Once you have the pasta dough through the thinnest setting, change out the attachment to the pasta cutter.
- Run dough one last time though the pasta cutter, guiding it and catching the pasta strands as they come out of the cutter. Lay flat to dry on a towel or hang on a pasta drying rack, and allow to dry for at least 30 minutes (and up to 2 hours).
- Fill a large pot with water, season well with salt, and bring to a boil.
- Add pasta and stir with a fork to loosen up the noodles from one another. Boil for four minutes or so.
- When the noodles have reached al dente texture, strain and add your favorite red or white sauce.
Notes
- Store pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for two days, or in the freezer for up to two weeks. Thaw in the refrigerator before cooking from frozen.