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Wide Noodles

Wide Noodles with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

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Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

For thenoodles:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour 
  • 2 large eggs 
  • ½ tsp salt
  • A splash of water (1–2 tbsp as needed) 

For the buttery garlic sauce:

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter 
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced 
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt & freshly cracked black pepper 
  • Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or chives) 
  • Grated parmesan (optional but highly recommended)

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the dough:  
    In a big bowl, sift the flour and salt together. Make an indentation at the center and pour the eggs inside. Carefully stir the flour into the eggs with a fork, then switch to kneading by hand. If the dough feels dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time until it comes together. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and stretchy. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  • Roll it out:  
    Split the dough into two portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll out each portion into a rough rectangle—perfection isn’t necessary. You want it thin, but not see-through. Around 1–2 mm is great.
  • Cut your noodles:
    Dust the sheet with flour, fold it gently over itself a few times, then slice into wide ribbons—think pappardelle or even a bit wider if you’re feeling rustic.
  • Cook the noodles:  
    Fill a large pot with water, season it with salt, and bring it to a vigorous boil.. Drop in your noodles and cook for 2–3 minutes—yes, they’re done that fast! Fresh pasta doesn’t mess around.
  • Prepare the sauce:   
    During the pasta’s cooking time, warm butter gently in a skillet on medium heat. Stir in the garlic and chili flakes, cooking just until fragrant without browning—about a minute. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened. Then, add a ladle of pasta water, mix well, and let the sauce simmer briefly to thicken slightly.
  • Toss and serve:
    Drain the noodles and toss them right into the skillet. Add herbs, season to taste, and shower with parmesan if using. Plate it up and inhale deeply—you’ve earned this.