Here’s a complete recipe for homemade egg noodles — soft, tender, and perfect for soups, stroganoff, casseroles, or just with butter and herbs. This classic noodle dough is simple, uses pantry staples, and can be rolled by hand or with a pasta machine.
🍜 Homemade Egg Noodles Recipe
📝 Ingredients (Makes about 1 lb of noodles):
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tbsp water (optional, as needed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (optional – adds richness)
🧑🍳 Instructions:
1. Mix the Dough
- On a clean surface or in a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Make a well in the center and crack in the eggs.
- Add oil if using.
- Using a fork, gently whisk the eggs, gradually pulling in flour from the edges.
- As the dough begins to form, use your hands to bring it together into a rough ball.
- If it’s dry or crumbly, add 1 tsp water at a time until it holds together.
2. Knead the Dough
- Knead on a lightly floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- The dough should be firm but pliable (like playdough).
- Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes at room temperature (this relaxes the gluten).
3. Roll Out the Dough
- Divide dough into 2 or 4 pieces.
- Roll one piece at a time (keep others covered).
- Roll by hand: Dust with flour and roll with a rolling pin to about 1/8-inch thick or thinner.
- Or use a pasta machine, working from the widest setting down to desired thickness (typically setting 5 or 6 on most machines).
4. Cut the Noodles
- Lightly flour the rolled dough.
- Fold the sheet over a few times like a jelly roll, then cut into strips using a sharp knife (for fettuccine-style noodles, cut about 1/4″ wide).
- Or use a pasta cutter.
- Unfold and toss noodles with a little flour to prevent sticking.
5. Cook or Dry
- To cook immediately: Drop noodles into boiling salted water or broth. Cook for 2–4 minutes until tender but firm.
- To store: Let noodles dry on a rack or floured surface for up to 24 hours, turning occasionally. Store in an airtight container up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months.
🍲 Serving Ideas:
- With chicken noodle soup
- Tossed with butter, garlic, and herbs
- Served under beef stroganoff
- Baked into a noodle casserole
🔄 Variations:
- Use whole wheat flour for a heartier flavor.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or basil to the dough.
- Mix in spinach puree or roasted beet juice for colored noodles.
Let me know if you want a gluten-free version or tips on how to dry and package for gifting!