Gorgonzola Penne

Indulge in the rich and creamy allure of Gorgonzola Penne, a quick yet luxurious pasta dish that’s perfect for elevating weeknight dinners or impressing guests. This recipe combines tender penne pasta with a luscious sauce made from velvety Gorgonzola cheese, heavy cream, and a hint of garlic sautéed in butter and olive oil. Fresh parsley adds a fragrant pop of color, while optional Parmesan cheese takes the decadence to the next level. Ready in just 30 minutes and featuring a balance of bold and comforting flavors, this dish is an effortless way to bring gourmet Italian cuisine straight to your kitchen. Pair it with a crisp green salad or a glass of white wine for the ultimate dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g Penne pasta
• 200 g Gorgonzola cheese
• 200 ml Heavy cream
• 30 g Unsalted butter
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 10 g Fresh parsley
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions, typically 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, finely chop the garlic and parsley. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted.

Step 4

Add the chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream to the skillet, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Crumble the Gorgonzola cheese into the skillet and stir until the cheese has melted completely into the cream, forming a smooth, creamy sauce.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 9

Sprinkle chopped parsley over the pasta and mix well. Serve hot, with additional Gorgonzola or Parmesan cheese on top if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(917.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3380.0

Total Fat 188.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 485.0mg	0%
Sodium 5912.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 302.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 112.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1657.0mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 978.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 36.0%