Homemade Polish-Style Pappardelle Pasta
A traditional Polish pasta dish made with homemade pappardelle and a rich, yeasty sauce. This recipe is a hearty and comforting meal perfect for a chilly evening.
Ingredients
- β2 cups FlourAll-purpose flour for making the pasta dough
- β2 large EggsFor making the pasta dough
- β1 teaspoon SaltFor seasoning the pasta dough
- β1 teaspoon Active dry yeastFor making the yeasty sauce
- β4 tablespoons ButterFor making the yeasty sauce
- β1 cup MilkFor making the yeasty sauce
- β1 pound PappardelleHomemade pappardelle pasta
- β1 cup Parmesan cheeseGrated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, eggs, and salt. Mix the dough until it comes together.
- 2
Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- 3
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- 4
Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each piece out into a thin sheet.
- 5
Cut the sheets into pappardelle noodles and set aside.
- 6
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- 7
Add the yeast and milk to the saucepan and whisk until the yeast is dissolved.
- 8
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until it thickens.
- 9
Add the pappardelle noodles to the saucepan and toss to coat with the yeasty sauce.
- 10
Season with salt and serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.