Mostaccioli with Gorgonzola and Tomato Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 25 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 55 minutes
👩🍳 Description: Dive into the savory delight of Mostaccioli with Gorgonzola and Tomato. This recipe blends the bold flavors of gorgonzola cheese with the tangy sweetness of tomatoes, creating a mouthwatering pasta dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
📝 Recipe Category: Cheese
🔎 Keywords: < 60 Mins, Oven, Stove Top
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Butter |
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1 | Onion |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| 1 can | Canned tomatoes |
| 1/4 cup | Vermouth |
| 4 tbsp | White wine |
| 12 oz | Gorgonzola cheese |
| 1/4 lb | Mostaccioli pasta |
| Fresh basil | |
| Italian parsley | |
| Fresh ground pepper |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 550.7
- Fat Content: 19.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 28.9mg
- Sodium Content: 431.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 75.2g
- Fiber Content: 5.6g
- Sugar Content: 8.1g
- Protein Content: 19.3g
Instructions:
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Melt Butter and Oil: In a wide frying pan, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat.
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Cook Onion: Add chopped onion to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally until the onion is golden, about 15 minutes.
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Prepare Tomatoes: While the onion is cooking, cut up the canned tomatoes, reserving the liquids.
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Deglaze Pan: Increase the heat to high and add vermouth to the pan; boil for about 10 seconds to deglaze.
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Add Tomatoes: Add the canned tomatoes and their liquid to the pan; bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, until the sauce is thickened, about 15 minutes.
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Mash Cheese: Mash the gorgonzola cheese with a fork and add it to the sauce, stirring until melted and well incorporated.
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Cook Pasta: While the sauce is simmering, cook the mostaccioli pasta according to the package directions.
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Combine Pasta and Sauce: Drain the cooked pasta and return it to the pan; pour in the prepared sauce and stir well to coat the pasta evenly.
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Season: Stir in fresh basil and Italian parsley, then season with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, stirring again to combine all the flavors.
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Serve: Transfer the Mostaccioli with Gorgonzola and Tomato to warm, wide shallow bowls and serve immediately, savoring each delicious bite.
Enjoy Your Flavorful Creation!
Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a gourmet meal, this Mostaccioli with Gorgonzola and Tomato recipe is sure to impress with its rich flavors and creamy texture. Enjoy the delightful combination of gorgonzola cheese and tangy tomatoes in every mouthful!
