How to make Pasta – Ravioli Sheets, Fettuccine and Angel Hair

Fresh Pasta Sheet for Ravioli’s, Angel Hair and Fettuccini Noodles on a red plate.

How to Make Pasta

I’ve been eager to show you how to make pasta for a while. Mainly because I haven’t found a solid video tutorial that walks you through the process step by step. That’s why I created this “foolproof” recipe. It will teach you how to make the dough, understand its texture, and know exactly when it’s ready. Once you get the hang of this, you’ll be making perfect pasta every time. Without this foundation, though, you might end up frustrated or even give up on the whole process. The truth is, fresh pasta tastes so much better than store-bought. Once you see how simple it is, you’ll never want to go back!

My homemade pasta maker machine made by Italian Villa. — My Italian Villa Pasta Machine clapped to the counter top, ready to roll out the dough and make pasta.

Using a Pasta Maker

Using a pasta maker, whether hand-cranked or as an attachment for your stand mixer, makes pasta-making faster and more consistent. A hand-cranked pasta maker is perfect for rolling dough thinly and evenly, offering full control over the process. Stand mixer attachments are ideal for multitasking, letting you focus on feeding the dough while the machine does the hard work. Both options allow you to create uniform sheets, ensuring professional-quality ravioli, fettuccine, or angel hair pasta every time.

A hand-cranked pasta Machine like this one can be purchased for around $25 dollars. I have since upgraded to 3 attachments for my 2nd hand KitchenAid Mixer Stand that cost me $92.

Fresh pasta dough being kneaded on a floured surface, ready to be rolled out. — Eggs, Flour, Olive Oil and a Pinch of salt laid out on the counter in a small well shape to make pasta dough.

How to Make Fresh Pasta from Scratch

Making fresh pasta from scratch is easier than you think! With just a few ingredients—flour, eggs, a pinch of salt, and a little elbow grease—you can create a dough that’s versatile enough for any pasta shape. The key is to knead the dough until it’s smooth and elastic, then let it rest to develop its texture. Once rolled out, your pasta is ready for ravioli, fettuccine, or even delicate angel hair.

Hand-cranked pasta maker rolling out a sheet of pasta dough. — Rolling out the first sheets to make Ravioli’s, Fettuccini and Angel Hair Pasta, using my pasta maker.

How to Make Ravioli Sheets

Ravioli sheets start with well-kneaded pasta dough rolled thin, ideally using a pasta machine for uniformity. Lightly flour your surface to prevent sticking. Aim for a smooth sheet that’s sturdy enough to hold your filling but delicate enough to cook quickly. Once cut into even sheets, they’re ready to be filled and sealed for perfect homemade ravioli.

Cutting homemade fettuccine noodles from rolled pasta sheets. — Fresh Fettuccini Pasta, made using my Pasta Machine.

Making Fettuccine at Home

Homemade fettuccine is a game-changer for pasta night! After rolling out your pasta dough, use a fettuccine cutter or a sharp knife to create long, even strips. This pasta pairs beautifully with creamy sauces like Alfredo or hearty ones like Bolognese. Cook it fresh for the best texture and flavor, or dry it for later use.

Angel hair pasta being cut and gathered from fresh dough. — Cranking out fresh Angel Hair Pasta using my Pasta maker.

How to Make Angel Hair Pasta

Angel hair pasta, also known as capellini, requires rolling the dough ultra-thin—almost translucent. Cut it into fine strands using a pasta cutter or by hand with careful precision. Its delicate texture makes it perfect for light sauces, seafood, or a simple garlic and olive oil preparation. Because it cooks so quickly, it’s an excellent choice for fast, elegant meals.

Sauce Recipes for Pasta

Creamy Alfredo Sauce, Bolognese Sauce, Cheese sauce, Chicken Marsala, Pesto Sauce with Almonds. Pink Vodka Sauce, Lobster Ravioli Sauce, Alfredo and Cheese Sauce.

How to make Pasta Ingredients:

2 cups All-Purpose Flour
3 large Eggs
1 tsp Olive Oil
1 pinch Salt

Instructions:

Mix the ingredients and add a few drops of water as needed.
Knead the dough for 5–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Roll out the dough into sheets and cut into your desired noodle shapes.
Cook the pasta in seasoned boiling water for just a few minutes until tender.

For a complete walkthrough, watch my video: How to Make Pasta – Ravioli Sheets, Fettuccine, and Angel Hair Pasta!

Tips for Storage and Future use

One of the best things about this recipe and my method for making pasta is its versatility. You can freeze the noodles in portions or store the dough in bulk for later use. Alternatively, if you prefer to dry your pasta instead of freezing it, you can hang the noodles on a rack to air dry once they’re finished. Then store them in bulk in either zip lock, vacuum sealed bags, plastic containers or mason jars.

Equipment Recommendations

Pasta Machine, KitchenAid Pasta Attachment’s, Mixer Stands, Pots & Pans.

Garlic Parmesan Chicken

The Best Garlic Parmesan Chicken Recipe

This Garlic Parmesan Chicken recipe is very simple and delicious. It can be made with white or dark meat, breaded or bare, pan fried or baked. It’s entirely up to you. This recipe is even good over wings and chicken legs if you’re just looking for a side dish. The point is, Garlic Parmesan Chicken is so versatile it can practically be done anyway you want to cook it. I even use these exact same ingredients over Brussels Sprouts, it’s that good.

The way I like Garlic Parmesan Chicken

My personal favorite way to cook this recipe is with chicken thigh meat cut into small pieces. In fact, that’s how I like my Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. Cooking the chicken this way just adds so much more depth to the pasta and sauce. So I highly recommend you add your Garlic Parmesan Chicken to your favorite noodles. You can check out my Alfredo recipe HERE if you’d like. Of course when I say “my” I mean The Olive Gardens! 😉

If you’re interested in other chicken recipes be sure to check out my Jamaican Jerk Chicken and my Blackened Chicken Alfredo or look over this Chicken Recipes Playlist for more options.

Garlic Parmesan Chicken Ingredients:

2 Boneless Chicken Breasts
2 tbsp Olive Oil
6 Garlic Cloves, chopped
1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
2 tbsp Salted Butter (optional)
Kosher Salt and Pepper to taste

The instructions in my Garlic Parmesan Chicken video recipe tutorial is very easy to follow. However, I don’t use any butter in the cooking, though it’s clearly in the ingredients as an option. I do this for health reasons. For me the Olive Oil is enough but the added butter does make this dish taste even better. So consider adding it if it’s something you would normally do to make your Garlic Parmesan Chicken perfect.

Alfredo and Cheese Sauce

The Best Cheese Sauce

Here is the Alfredo and Cheese Sauce I promised and it is so good. You’re probably going to be shocked when you see how it’s made but I’m certain that if you try it, you’ll be even more bewildered but amazed. I will admit that I was a bit bored when I came up with this idea but when I served this up to the wife and kids, we couldn’t stop eating it. So basically what I’ve done is taken a classic Italian Sauce recipe(French technically), Alfredo, and I’ve turned it into a true “Poor Man’s” recipe by adding an ingredient that will just blow your mind. Which is exactly what I do here, right? So let’s get crackin’!

Alfredo Cheese Sauce is Amazing

Believe it or not, the secret ingredient for this Alfredo Cheese sauce is Macaroni and Cheese Powder! And as you can see from the picture above, there’s nothing poor about this recipe. It’s rich, it’s creamy and the Fettuccine is perfectly cooked to Al dente. The only other thing you could add to make this sauce better, honestly, is Sriracha. I started squeezing that stuff over my Mac and Cheese a few years ago and it didn’t stop with this. I also love this dish with Garlic Parmesan Chicken, which is my next video recipe by the way, or with seafood twist; shrimp and scallops. Either way, I am certain you’re going to find this recipe dreadfully delightful! 😉

Also be sure to Check out the Olive Gardens Alfredo Sauce if you’re needing a more detailed tutorial on the basics of this sauce. I’m also plugging my Hawaiian Mac Salad recipe in case you need ideas for your left over Macaroni from the cheese box. You’ll see what I mean in the Alfredo and Cheese Sauce video below.

Alfredo and Cheese Sauce Ingredients:

Alfredo Sauce
1 Garlic Clove, chopped
1/4 cup Fresh Parmesan Cheese, grated
1/4 cup Dehydrated Parmesan Cheese
1 cup Whipping Cream
1 pinch of Salt
1/4 tsp White Pepper

Add this for Cheese Sauce
1/4 cup Whipping Cream or Milk
1 Mac and Cheese Powder Packet

Don’t let the ingredients fool you if you are doubting this recipe. This Alfredo Cheese Sauce tastes absolutely amazing and don’t forget the Sriracha if you’ve got some.