He Fetuccini Alfredo It is a classic dish of Italian cuisine that has conquered palates around the world. With its creamy sauce and smooth texture, it’s an ideal choice for an elegant dinner or a comfort meal at home.
In this recipe, we will teach you how to prepare this delicious dish using the Thermomix, a kitchen tool that simplifies and improves the preparation process. Keep reading to discover all the details.
Fettuccine Alfredo with Thermomix
People
6
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Kitchen Thermomix
Category:
Pasta with Thermomix
Ingredients of Fettuccini Alfredo with Thermomix
For the pasta:
1200 g of water
1 ½ tsp salt
220 g fettuccine (dry long pasta)
1 tbsp vegetable oil
For the sauce:
130 g parmesan cheese, in pieces
30 g butter, in pieces
2 tbsp flour
1 clove garlic
400 g of milk
½ tsp chicken broth concentrate (optional)
¾ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¾ tsp ground pepper, or to taste
¾ tsp nutmeg powder, or to taste
Preparation of Fettuccine Alfredo with Thermomix
Preparation of Water and Salt
To start, put the water and salt in the Thermomix glass. Program 10 minutes, 100°C, speed 1. This step is crucial to ensure that the water reaches the right temperature to cook the pasta evenly.
Pasta Cooking
Add the fettuccine and vegetable oil to the glass. Program the time indicated on the pasta package (approximately 10-12 minutes), 100°C, reverse rotation, spoon speed. It is important to follow the instructions on the pasta package to get the perfect texture. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set it aside.
Preparation of Alfredo Sauce in the Thermomix
Grated Parmesan Cheese
Put the parmesan cheese in the Thermomix glass and grate for 15 seconds, speed 10. Remove and set aside. This step ensures that the cheese is mixed evenly into the sauce.
Cooking Butter and Flour
Without washing the glass, add the butter and program 2 minutes, 100°C, speed 1. Then, add the flour and program another 2 minutes, 100°C, speed 1. This mixture will form the base of the Alfredo sauce.
Add the Garlic and Sauté
Add the garlic clove and chop for 5 seconds, speed 7. Then, sauté for 2 minutes, 100°C, speed 1. The garlic will add a touch of intense flavor to the sauce.
Mixture of Liquid Ingredients
Add the milk, chicken broth concentrate (if using), salt, pepper and nutmeg. Program 7 minutes, 90°C, speed 4. This mixture must be cooked slowly so that the flavors integrate perfectly.
Incorporation of Parmesan Cheese
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and mix for 1 minute, 90°C, speed 4. The cheese will melt and give the creamy texture characteristic of the Alfredo sauce.
Mix the Pasta with the Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce in the Thermomix glass and mix for 1 minute, 100°C, reverse rotation, spoon speed. This final step is crucial to ensure that each piece of pasta is well coated in the delicious Alfredo sauce.
Serve and Enjoy
Serve the Fettuccine Alfredo immediately on individual plates. You can garnish with a little more grated Parmesan cheese and a pinch of ground pepper for an extra touch of flavor. Enjoy your delicious homemade Fettuccine Alfredo with Thermomix.
Frequent questions
1. Can I use another type of pasta instead of fettuccine?
Yes, you can use any type of long pasta like spaghetti or linguine. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time according to the package instructions.
2. Is it necessary to use chicken broth concentrate?
No, the chicken broth concentrate is optional. It adds extra flavor, but you can leave it out if you prefer a more traditional sauce.
3. Can I make Alfredo sauce without Thermomix?
Yes, you can make Alfredo sauce in a skillet. Just follow the same steps, but using a frying pan and a mixer for the ingredients.