Homemade Jambalaya Fettuccine
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While you don't necessarily need to have a KitchenAid Mixer to do this, I highly recommend it. It makes the entire process, from mixing to rolling to cutting so simple and it is certainly worth the investment. As an aside, between pasta and baking, I use my KitchenAid Mixer regularly, and can't wait until I can afford the ravioli attachments!
For pasta, I highly recommend the flat beater with the spatula edge, as it mixes the ingredients well and keeps them from sticking to the side of the bowl.
For pasta, I highly recommend the flat beater with the spatula edge, as it mixes the ingredients well and keeps them from sticking to the side of the bowl.
Mix it, Mix it Good!
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In the mixing bowl, combine the flower, eggs, salt and water. Turn the mixer on to speed 2 and mix until all ingredients are well combined, usually 2-3 minutes.
Note: This recipe is for 2-4 servings; for larger groups you can double it and it works just as well. |
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Get Hooked!
One the ingredients are well mixed, attach the dough hook to the mixer. Knead the mixture on speed 2 until the dough feels bouncy when you press on it. Take the dough out and cover with plastic wrap or a damp towel. Let the dough rest for 15-20 minutes.
They See Me Rollin'
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Some people prefer to use a cutting board, but I actually use my counter to knead the dough. Gently sprinkle some of the extra flour on your baking surface and knead the dough by hand for 2-3 minutes. Cut the dough in half and press it into a flat, rectangular shape with the palm of your hand. Cover one piece with a damp towel to keep it from drying out, and attach the pasta roller attachment to your KitchenAid mixer.
Set the roller to 1 and turn on the mixer to speed 2. Run the rectangular chunk of dough through the attachment, placing your hand underneath to gently support the rolled part. Once the entire piece has gone through the roller, gently sprinkle some flour on it, fold it in half, and feed it through the roller again. Lay the dough out on your baking surface again, gently patting sprinkled flour on both sides. Repeat this process again for setting 2, 3 and 4 on the roller. Then cover the rolled dough with the tea towel and complete for the second half. |
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Cut & Dry
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Once both pieces of dough are rolled out, attach your preferred KitchenAid pasta cutter to mixer. Turn on the mixer to speed 2 and slowly feed the pasta into the attachment. As it comes through, gently allow it to lay over the palm of your hand not allowing it to touch the baking surface. If you are using it immediately, you can wrap it around your hand to create "nests", or you can drape it over a pasta drying rack to use later. As I made the pasta in the early afternoon but didn't use it until dinner, I chose to hang mine as well.
Note: If you are planning to double this recipe and freeze a portion, ensure it is fully dry before freezing. |
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Jambalaya Fettuccine
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Heatin' Things UpIn a large (and ideally deep) pan, heat the olive oil. As it starts to heat, toss the shrimp (and chicken, if desired) into Slap Ya Mama seasoning. All of the shrimp should be evenly coated. Quickly sauté the shrimp for approximately 5 minutes and set aside to rest.
As the shrimp rests, add the sausage (and chicken, if desired) to the pan until the meat is well cooked and browned. Remove from the pan and set aside as well. Next, add the onions, strained tomatoes, cornstarch and garlic. Mix together and cook for approximately 5 minutes before adding in the spices, sweet peppers, tomato paste, chicken broth, sausage, chicken (if desired), and Worchester sauce. Bring items to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Shrimp It n' Serve ItAfter the mixture has simmered and began bubbling, add salt and pepper for taste along with the shrimp. Stir the shrimp into the sauce quickly, just long enough for it to warm through and absorb the taste of the sauce. Serve over a bed of fettuccine immediately and enjoy!
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