Serious Handmade Pappardelle

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Thick, silky pasta made from scratch with a rich egg-based dough, requiring careful kneading for the perfect texture. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 48 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, large eggs, egg yolk for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.3 (8 ratings) Prep: 45 min Cook: 3 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Mound 2 cups all-purpose flour on a clean surface and create a well in the center. Add 3 large eggs, 1 egg yolk, and 1/4 tsp salt to the well.
  2. Step 2: Using a fork, gently beat the eggs and yolk while gradually incorporating the flour from the sides until a shaggy dough forms, then knead for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic — it should feel like firm dough, not sticky.
  3. Step 3: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to relax the gluten.
  4. Step 4: Roll the dough through a pasta machine on the widest setting, then fold it into thirds and roll again on the same setting until smooth. Repeat, decreasing the setting by one notch each time, until the dough is paper-thin.
  5. Step 5: Cut the dough into 1.5-inch-wide strips (pappardelle) and hang to dry for 15 minutes before cooking in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes until al dente.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Serious Handmade Pappardelle take to make?

Total time is about 48 minutes (45 min prep + 3 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Serious Handmade Pappardelle?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Serious Handmade Pappardelle?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Serious Handmade Pappardelle for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Serious Handmade Pappardelle?

Italian pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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