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Fresh Pasta

This authentic fresh pasta recipe is a versatile staple for any home cook looking to elevate their Italian-inspired meals. By combining fine durum wheat flour with semolina, you create a dough that is both robust and silky, perfect for shaping into everything from tagliatelle to orecchiette. This low-sugar base relies on traditional techniques to develop a superior texture that shop-bought alternatives simply cannot match.

Preparing your own pasta dough is a rewarding process that fits perfectly into a mindful, healthy lifestyle. This recipe is particularly well-suited for those monitoring their sugar intake, as it contains no added sweeteners or preservatives. Once rested, the dough is incredibly easy to work with, making it an excellent choice for a weekend family project or a sophisticated dinner party main course.

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Ingredients for Fresh Pasta

  • 130g plus 2 tablespoons fine durum wheat flour or plain flour plus more for dusting

  • 130g semolina flour (pasta flour)

  • Fine durum wheat flour is available at natural foods stores and some specialty foods stores. Semolina flour is available at Italian markets, specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.

How to make Fresh Pasta

Combine durum wheat flour and semolina flour in a large bowl. Bring a small saucepan of water to a bare simmer. Add 160ml hot water to flours and mix with a fork until mixture just comes together. Turn out dough onto a surface lightly dusted with durum wheat flour and knead until smooth and elastic, 8-10 minutes (alternatively, using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix on low speed, about 5 minutes). Wrap tightly in plastic wrap; let sit 1 hour at room temperature.

DO AHEAD: Pasta dough can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap tightly and chill.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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