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	917.1 grams (917.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3380

Total Fat 188.40g	242%
Saturated Fat 104.10g	521%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 485mg	162%
Sodium 5912mg	257%
Total Carbohydrate 302.50g	110%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 0.80g
Protein 112.90g	226%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1657mg	127%
Iron 15mg	85%
Potassium 978mg	21%

*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%