Handmade Pasta Dough

1 pound all-purpose flour
5 whole eggs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
Finely chopped herbs (optional)

On a flat surface place flour and make a well inside. In a small bowl beat eggs, olive oil,& salt. Add egg mixture in well, if using herbs this is the time to add those as well. Slowly incorporate flour into egg mixture until a workable dough is achieved. Knead by hand until smooth and elastic. Let rest before rolling out. Add a teaspoon of vinegar if dough will not be used for a couple of days. Roll in desired shape and let dry before cooking.


Fresh pasta will cook much faster than dry pasta.