ANCHO CHILE FETTUCCINI WITH CILANTRO-TOMATILLO CREAM SAUCE

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Rather than make fettuccine colored with spinach or tomatoes, I wanted to create something with color AND flare. Here is my idea. Try serving with grilled skewered chicken and mushrooms, marinated with lime, garlic, cumin, salt and pepper.

Provided by Bryce Fegley

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
4 cloves unpeeled garlic
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 bunch chopped fresh cilantro
3 tomatillos, husked and chopped
½ jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
½ cup cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Roast ancho chiles and 4 cloves unpeeled garlic. Press the chiles flat against the pan with a spatula until they begin to pop and smoke, then flip. When done, rehydrate chiles in a bowl of warm water for 30 minutes. Turn garlic until all sides are browned, about 15 minutes. Allow to cool, then peel.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine chiles, 2 cloves roasted garlic, and eggs. Blend until smooth. Place the flour in a mound on a clean surface. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt with a fork, then make a well in the center. Pour in egg mixture. Working from the center outward, gradually incorporate the flour with a fork until dough is formed. Knead dough for 5 minutes, adding more flour if necessary. Prepare fettuccini according to your pasta machine's instructions. Lay the fettuccine flat on lightly floured surface for 15 minutes.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine 2 remaining cloves roasted garlic, cilantro, tomatillos, jalapeno, cream cheese, sour cream, chicken stock, 1 tablespoon olive oil, cumin, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. Pour into a saucepan over low heat, and cook until heated through.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until pasta rises to the surface. Drain, and divide into serving portions; pour sauce over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.5 calories, Carbohydrate 59.7 g, Cholesterol 137.6 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 484.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

Josephine Kioko
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I'm not a huge fan of ancho chiles, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the ancho chiles added a nice touch of smokiness. I'll definitely be making this again.


sba alblwy
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This was my first time making ancho chile fettuccini and it turned out great! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the ancho chiles added a nice depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Fardin Rahi
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I love this recipe! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the ancho chiles add a nice kick of heat. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Pamela Ndlovu
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The sauce is amazing and the ancho chiles add a unique flavor. I served this dish with a side of garlic bread and it was a perfect meal.


Caleb Dixkens
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the ancho chiles add a nice smokiness. I love serving this dish with a side of roasted vegetables.


milon islam009
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I thought this recipe was just okay. The sauce was a bit too heavy for my taste, and the ancho chiles were a bit too spicy.


BL4ZE
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. The sauce is so creamy and flavorful, and the ancho chiles add a nice kick of heat. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


zahra maqsood
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I'm not a huge fan of ancho chiles, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the ancho chiles added a nice touch of smokiness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Talent Ndlovu
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I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it! He said it was the best pasta dish he's ever had.


Sakhile Jack
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll stick to simpler dishes.


William Reagan
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Not a fan of the ancho chiles. The sauce was too smoky for my taste.


AM.IN.
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The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The ancho chiles added a nice smokiness to the sauce and the cilantro-tomatillo cream sauce was a great way to cool it down. Definitely a n


Denim James
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The guests raved about the flavor and the presentation. I'll definitely be making this again.


Abraham Rivera
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This dish was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the smokiness of the ancho chiles. I'll definitely be making this again.


Wandji Josephine
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The sauce was flavorful but a bit too spicy for my taste. Next time I'll use less ancho chiles.


LEo Kastrati
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The ancho chiles added a nice smokiness to the sauce and the cilantro-tomatillo cream sauce was a great way to cool it down. Definitely a ne


Benedict chidera
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Just tried this recipe and it was delicious! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the ancho chiles added a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.


Adeelrana Adeelrana
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Fantastic recipe! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the ancho chiles added a wonderful smoky heat. The fettuccini was cooked perfectly and the cilantro-tomatillo cream sauce was the perfect finishing touch. Definitely a keeper!