HOME MADE PASTA DOUGH

1) 200g (7oz) 00 flour or strong white bread flour plus extra for dusting.
2) pinch of salt.
3) 2 eggs, lightly beaten.
4) 1 tablespoon olive oil.

METHOD

1) Sift together the flour and salt onto a work surface and make a well in the centre with your fingers.Pour the eggs and oil into the well, then using the fingers of one hand, gradually mix in the flour to the liquid.
2) knead the dough on a lightly floured work surface until it is completely smooth. Wrap in cling film and leave to rest for up to 30 mins before putting it through your pasta machine.
3) when rolling through the pasta machine machine cut the dough in half and place one half back in the fridge,
staring on the highest setting work the dough through at least 3 -4 times before moving down a setting each time until you have your required sheets.