Imagine twirling your fork into a plate of luxuriously creamy pasta, where bold, tangy gorgonzola cheese meets silky smooth cream, creating a culinary masterpiece that will transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Italy. This incredibly easy and decadent Pasta with Gorgonzola Sauce is not just a meal—it's a quick gourmet experience that will make you feel like a professional chef in your own kitchen, without hours of preparation or complex techniques.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta
- 4 oz gorgonzola cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the gorgonzola sauce. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat.
- Crumble the gorgonzola cheese into the skillet and pour in the heavy cream. Stir gently to help the cheese melt and combine with the cream.
- Continue stirring the sauce until the cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. Reduce heat to low to prevent burning.
- When the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta in a colander.
- Add the drained pasta directly into the skillet with the gorgonzola sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly.
- If the sauce seems too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately in warm plates, garnishing with additional crumbled gorgonzola if desired.
Tips
- Choose the Right Pasta: Use short pasta like penne or fusilli that can hold the creamy sauce well. Avoid very thin pasta like angel hair.
- Temperature Matters: Melt the gorgonzola on medium-low heat to prevent burning and ensure a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Reserve Pasta Water: Always save some pasta cooking water. The starchy liquid helps bind the sauce and adjust consistency if needed.
- Cheese Quality: Use fresh, high-quality gorgonzola for the most authentic and rich flavor. Dolce (mild) or piccante (sharp) varieties both work wonderfully.
- Serve Immediately: This dish is best enjoyed hot, right after cooking, when the sauce is at its creamiest and most luxurious.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 480kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 80mg
