The Thermomix® Blade Cover Plus is a multifunctional accessory for the TM5, TM6, and TM7. It allows peeling of raw vegetables, gentle sous-vide cooking in a water bath, and slow cooking while protecting your ingredients from the mixing blade. In this article, you will find all the important information about compatibility, material, cleaning, and detailed instructions for all three functions.

Compatibility and Material

Which Thermomix® models are compatible with the Blade Cover Plus?

• TM7 / TM6: all modes (peeling mode, sous-vide mode, slow cooking mode) as well as manual
  • TM5: manual only
  • Thermomix Friend®: not suitable for the peeling function, as it can only accelerate up to speed 2. The peeling function requires speeds 2.5 to 4 (except for sous-vide cooking).

What material is the Blade Cover Plus made of?

The metal part is made of stainless steel, and the plastic insert is made of high-quality polyamide – the same materials used for the mixing bowl, Varoma, and other Thermomix® accessories.

Functions Overview

Note on Peeling Function: Only clockwise rotation, no heating function, at speed 4, maximum 4 minutes. Peel only raw vegetables.

Note on Sous-vide and Slow Cooking: Cook with heating function, maximum speed 1, counterclockwise rotation.

Using the Peeling Function

With Peeling Mode on TM7 and TM6

1. Insert the Blade Cover Plus into the mixing bowl.
2. Add between 200 and 800 g of vegetables (only one type at a time – e.g., potatoes, carrots, or beets) into the mixing bowl. The vegetables must be of uniform size – cut in half or quarters if necessary.
3. Add 600 g of water.
4. Optionally add 1 teaspoon of oil to prevent foam formation.
5. Start the peeling mode and turn the dial to start the process.
6. Drain the peeled vegetables into the steaming basket.

With Manual Settings on TM7, TM6, and TM5

1. Insert the Blade Cover Plus into the mixing bowl.
2. Add between 200 and 800 g of vegetables (only one type at a time) into the mixing bowl. The vegetables must be of uniform size – cut in half or quarters if necessary.
3. Add 600 g of water.
4. Optionally add 1 teaspoon of oil to prevent foam formation.
5. Place the mixing bowl lid and measuring cup on. (TM5 note: If you use the older TM5 measuring cup, place the steaming basket on the lid instead to prevent the measuring cup from falling.)
6. Set 4 min / speed 4 / clockwise / no heating.
7. Drain the peeled vegetables into the steaming basket.

Tips for Peeling

• Recommendation: 4 minutes at speed 4 for potatoes. More delicate vegetables like carrots can be peeled for a shorter time.
• Adjust the time as needed (30 seconds to 6 minutes) to achieve the desired result.
• Tip: Place the steaming basket in a bowl to catch the peeling water – it is suitable for watering plants.

Sous-vide Cooking

With Sous-vide Mode on TM7 and TM6

1. Insert the Blade Cover Plus into the mixing bowl.
2. Briefly place the bag in the mixing bowl to check the water level. Remove the bag and add enough water so that the bag is fully covered – the water level must not exceed the “max” mark. Add 1 level tablespoon of ascorbic acid or 30 g of lemon juice to the water to prevent rusting of the blades.
3. Place the mixing bowl lid and measuring cup on. Switch to sous-vide mode and set the desired temperature. Start the mode.
4. Once the water reaches the desired cooking temperature, stop the mode and place the sealed vacuum bag in the mixing bowl. Replace lid and measuring cup.
5. Start the sous-vide mode again and set cooking time and temperature. The cooking process begins.

With Manual Settings

1. Insert the Blade Cover Plus into the mixing bowl.
2. Pour the amount of water specified in the recipe into the mixing bowl. Briefly place the bag in to check the fill level and reduce the water amount if necessary. The water level must not exceed the “max” mark. Add 1 level tablespoon of ascorbic acid or 30 g of lemon juice to the water to prevent rusting. Remove the vacuum bag.
3. Place lid and measuring cup on. Set the desired time and temperature. Activate counterclockwise rotation, maximum speed 1. The water will heat to the cooking temperature.
4. Once the cooking temperature is reached, stop the mode. Place the sealed vacuum bag in the mixing bowl and replace lid and measuring cup.
5. Set the desired cooking time and temperature. Activate counterclockwise rotation, maximum speed 1 again. The cooking process begins.

Slow Cooking

With Slow Cooking Mode on TM7 and TM6

1. Insert the Blade Cover Plus into the mixing bowl.
2. Add the ingredients specified in the recipe to the mixing bowl. Make sure the maximum fill level is not exceeded. Place lid and measuring cup on.
3. Start the slow cooking mode and set cooking time and temperature. The cooking process begins.

With Manual Settings

1. Insert the Blade Cover Plus into the mixing bowl.
2. Add the ingredients specified in the recipe to the mixing bowl. Make sure the maximum fill level is not exceeded. Place lid and measuring cup on.
3. Set the desired time and temperature.
4. Activate counterclockwise rotation, maximum speed 1. The cooking process begins.

How do I use the Thermomix® Blade Cover Plus?

Cleaning

You can easily rinse the Blade Cover Plus under running water.

By hand (recommended): Rinse the Blade Cover Plus with a dish brush. Please be careful of the sharp edges.

Dishwasher: Place the Blade Cover Plus loosely in the upper dishwasher basket to avoid deformation from heat or pressure.

Caution: The surface of the Blade Cover Plus is rough and can cause injuries. Please be especially careful when hand washing.

Safety Instructions

Always hold the Blade Cover Plus by the plastic insert – the metal part is very sharp and can cause injuries. Pay special attention to the sharp edges when inserting, removing, and cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Blade Cover Plus available separately?

Yes. The Thermomix® Blade Cover Plus can be purchased separately – it is available in our online shop as well as from your Thermomix® representative.

Are there marks visible on the metal part around the plastic hub – is this a defect?

No. The marks around the plastic hub naturally occur during the manufacturing process and do not represent a product defect.