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Fine Egg Noodles from Scratch (Just Like Grandma's)

These fine egg noodles are rich with egg yolks, mixed in a food processor, and rolled out with a pasta machine. Serve them with broth or over mashed potatoes for a classic holiday side dish. Freeze or dry the extras for later.
10 servings
Egg noodles in a square bowls with mashed potatoes and gravy.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
  • pinch of salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 large (51 g) egg yolks
  • ¼ cup (57 g) heavy cream - (or whole milk)
  • 1 quart (946 g) seasoned chicken or turkey stock

Instructions
 

  • Mix the Dough: Add 1 cup all-purpose flour, pinch of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon baking powder to the food processor. Pulse to combine. Add 3 large egg yolks and half of the 1/4 cup heavy cream. Process until crumbly like cornmeal.
    Slowly add the remaining cream until the mixture holds together when pressed. It should feel moist but not sticky.
  • Rest and Divide: Form the dough into a ball. Cover and let rest for at least 10 minutes. Divide into 4 pieces and flatten each into a disk on a floured board.
  • Roll the Dough: Set the pasta machine to #1. Roll each disk through, fold, and repeat 4–5 times until smooth.
    Move up one setting at a time, rolling once or twice per setting, stopping at #5 or #6 for very thin noodles. Dust with flour as needed and cut long strips in half if unwieldy.
  • Dry Briefly and Cut: Lay strips flat without overlapping. Once slightly dry but still flexible, trim to desired length (about 3–4 inches). Run through the fine cutter.
    Noodles should not clump—dust with flour or let dry more if needed.
  • Use or Store: Cook immediately or let dry fully, tossing occasionally. Store in an airtight bag for up to 1 week or freeze.
  • Cook the Noodles: Bring 3 cups of seasoned chicken or turkey stock to a boil. Reserve 1 cup (236 g).
    Add noodles to boiling stock and cook until tender—about 1 minute if fresh or 5–6 minutes if dried.
    Turn off heat and let rest so the noodles absorb the broth until they thicken slightly (perfect for serving over or next to mashed potatoes). Stir in reserved stock if needed to keep noodles moist.

Nutritional Information

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 168IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg