Description
This recipe guides you to make quick and easy homemade egg noodles in just five minutes of preparation. These tender, delicious noodles are perfect for soups or as a side dish, using simple pantry ingredients like eggs, flour, and milk. With minimal hands-on time and straightforward steps, you can create fresh, flavorful noodles without any special equipment.
Ingredients
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Egg Noodle Dough
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1½ to 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling out
Instructions
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Flour: Gradually add 1¼ cups of flour to the egg mixture, stirring continuously until the dough starts to come together. Add more flour as needed until the dough is no longer sticky and forms a cohesive mass.
- Knead Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead it for about one minute, until it becomes smooth and forms a firm ball.
- Roll Out Dough: Using a rolling pin, roll the dough very thinly on a generously floured surface to prevent sticking. The thinner the dough, the more delicate the noodles will be.
- Cut Noodles: Using a pizza cutter, slice the rolled dough into noodles approximately ¼ to ½ inch wide. Carefully separate and loosen the strips to prevent sticking.
- Cook Noodles: Gently place the noodles into boiling water or your desired soup base. Allow them to cook for 10 to 15 minutes, or until tender but still slightly firm to the bite.
- Serve and Enjoy: Drain the noodles if cooked separately and serve hot. These fresh homemade egg noodles can be enjoyed in soups or with your favorite sauces.
Notes
- Adjust the flour quantity as needed depending on humidity and egg size; the dough should be firm but not dry.
- For best results, roll the dough as thinly as possible without tearing.
- Store any leftover uncooked noodles in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or freeze them for longer storage.
- Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the noodles; check for doneness by tasting.
- You can add herbs or spices to the dough for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: homemade egg noodles, quick egg noodles, fresh pasta, easy noodle recipe, homemade pasta
