Pasta ai Quattro Formaggi Recipe
🍝 Name: Pasta ai Quattro Formaggi
🕒 Cook Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 20 minutes
📖 Description: Make and share this rich and creamy Pasta ai Quattro Formaggi recipe that combines the goodness of four flavorful cheeses. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal any day of the week!
🍽 Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
🔎 Keywords: Cheese, European, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this delightful Pasta ai Quattro Formaggi:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1/4 | cup fresh parsley leaves |
| 4 | Fontina cheese |
| 4 | tablespoons butter |
| 1/4 | cup gorgonzola cheese |
| 2 | packs fettuccine pasta |
| 4 | cups spinach fettuccine |
| 1 | pinch of nutmeg |
| 1/4 | teaspoon fresh ground pepper |
| Salt (to taste) |
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 587
- Total Fat: 41.7g
- Saturated Fat: 25.4g
- Cholesterol: 177.8mg
- Sodium: 607.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Protein: 19.9g
Instructions
Let’s dive into making this creamy and cheesy Pasta ai Quattro Formaggi:
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Prepare Cheeses:
- Combine Parmesan and parsley in the work bowl of a food processor.
- Pulse using ON/OFF turns until the cheese is finely minced.
- Mix this with the grated Fontina and set aside.
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Cook the Pasta:
- Boil a large pot of salted water.
- Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Remember to reserve about a cup of pasta water before draining.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the cream and gorgonzola cheese, stirring occasionally until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Combine Pasta and Sauce:
- Add the hot, cooked pasta to the skillet with the cheese sauce.
- Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Add Cheese Mixture:
- Now, add the parsley and cheese mixture to the pasta.
- Sprinkle in a pinch of nutmeg and the fresh ground pepper.
- Season with salt if needed (remember, the cheeses are already salty, so taste before adding salt).
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Final Touches:
- Toss everything together gently until all the cheese is melted, creating a luxurious and creamy sauce.
- Taste the pasta and adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- 🍽️ Divide the Pasta ai Quattro Formaggi into plates or bowls.
- 🌿 Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or extra grated Parmesan, if desired.
- 🥖 Serve alongside some crusty bread to mop up every last bit of the delicious sauce.
This Pasta ai Quattro Formaggi is a true celebration of cheese, creating a decadent and comforting meal that will leave everyone at the table satisfied and coming back for more. Buon Appetito! 🇮🇹✨
