Fusilli Recipe

Step 1: Making the DoughIn a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and crack in the eggs.Add olive oil and water, then slowly mix the flour into the eggs using a fork.Once the mixture becomes crumbly, knead it with your hands on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: Shaping the FusilliAfter resting, roll the dough into a thin sheet (about ¼ inch thick).Cut the dough into long strips, about ¼-inch wide.Using a fork or a pasta board, roll each strip around the tines to create spirals. If using hands, twist each strip tightly and set it aside on a floured surface.
Step 3: Cooking the FusilliBring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.Add the shaped fusilli and cook for 2–3 minutes if fresh, or 10 minutes if dried.Drain using a colander and set aside.
Step 4: Preparing the Garlic Butter Sauce (Optional)In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat.Add minced garlic and chili flakes, cooking for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.Toss in the cooked fusilli, stirring to coat it evenly in the sauce.Sprinkle with Parmesan, parsley, salt, and black pepper, then serve immediately.