Ingredients and Weight:
- Fettuccine pasta: 500 grams
- Semi-sweet chocolate: 200 grams (chopped into small pieces)
- Heavy cream: 1 cup
- Brown sugar: 1/4 cup
- Butter: 50 grams
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Pinch of salt
- Freshly ground pepper (optional)
- Freshly cooked vanilla ice cream (for serving)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a saucepan, combine chocolate, heavy cream, brown sugar, and butter.
- Melt the chocolate over low heat, stirring frequently.
- Once the chocolate is fully melted, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the chocolate sauce, ensuring even coating.
- Season with freshly ground pepper, if desired.
- Serve the fettuccine topped with freshly cooked vanilla ice cream.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that the exact nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)
- Calories: Approximately 500-600 calories per serving (assuming a reasonable amount of ice cream)
- Carbohydrates, fats, and protein will vary based on the ingredients listed above.
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and chocolatey, with a sweet and creamy finish from the vanilla ice cream.
- A perfect blend of sweet and savory, featuring the luxuriousness of chocolate and the comfort of pasta.
User Comments:
- "This was an amazing dish! The combination of chocolate and pasta was delicious."
- "The ice cream on top was a great touch, added a nice coolness to the rich dish."
- "I love how creative this dish is. It's not often you find chocolate and pasta combined in such a delicious way."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure to use good quality chocolate for best results.
- Do not overheat the chocolate mixture, or it may burn.
- Adjust the seasoning, including the pepper, to suit your taste.
- If you want to add more protein, consider adding cooked chicken or shrimp to the pasta mix.