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Pasta con Asparagi e Gorgonzola Pasta con Asparagi e Gorgonzola Recipe Guide

Pasta con Asparagi e Gorgonzola

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Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian

Equipment

  • Equipment Needed
  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Frying pan or skillet
  • Colander
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • Pasta: 300g 10.5 oz of your choice (fettuccine or penne works great)
  • Asparagus: 250g about 8.5 oz, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Gorgonzola Cheese: 150g 5.5 oz, crumbled
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic: 2 cloves minced
  • Heavy Cream: 100ml about 1/2 cup
  • Salt and Pepper: to taste
  • Parmesan Cheese: for serving optional
  • Fresh Parsley: chopped for garnish (optional)
  • Variations
  • Vegetarian: This dish is already vegetarian but you can add more vegetables like peas or spinach for added nutrition and flavor.
  • Gluten-Free: Substitute regular pasta with gluten-free pasta options made from rice or quinoa.
  • Lower Fat: Use a reduced-fat cream or milk instead of heavy cream and lessen the amount of gorgonzola.

Instructions
 

  • Step-by-Step Instructions
  • Step 1: Boil the Pasta
  • Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt.
  • Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Step 2: Prepare the Asparagus
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  • Add the chopped asparagus to the pan and sauté for 3-5 minutes until tender but still crisp. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Step 3: Combine Ingredients
  • Once the pasta is cooked, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the pasta in a colander.
  • Add the drained pasta to the frying pan with the asparagus. Toss to combine.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and add the crumbled gorgonzola cheese. Stir everything together, allowing the cheese to melt and create a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  • Step 4: Serve
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  • Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.
    Pasta con Asparagi e Gorgonzola Pasta con Asparagi e Gorgonzola Recipe Guide
Keyword Pasta, Pasta con Asparagi e Gorgonzola