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Gorgonzola Walnut Pasta

Perfect for any time of day, this recipe delivers great flavor effortlessly.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 812 kcal
Course: Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

gorgonzola sauce:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ¼ cup (25g) ground walnuts
  • ½ teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic pressed
  • ½ cup (120ml) dry white wine
  • ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream 30-36%
  • ½ cup (100g) gorgonzola cheese I used mild (dolce) variety
  • 2-4 tablespoons pasta cooking water
  • salt and black pepper to taste
additionally:
  • 6.5- oz (180g) spaghetti
to finish:
  • fresh basil leaves
  • a few walnuts to sprinkle on top toasted
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

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  1. Prepare all the ingredients.
  2. Cook the pasta al dente (it should have a bite to it), in a small amount of well-salted water. Drain the pasta about 30 seconds before the end of the cooking time, reserve about 1/2 cup pasta cooking water. While the pasta cooks, make the sauce.
  3. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large frying pan, add the walnuts, lemon zest, pepper, and garlic, cook over medium heat for about 2 minutes, until the walnuts are slightly browned and fragrant.
  4. Add the wine, cook, stirring constantly, for a couple of minutes, until almost evaporated.
  5. Add the cream, turn the heat to the minimum and add gorgonzola, stir until cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth, take the pan off the heat.
  6. Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce and add about 2-4 Tbsp of the pasta cooking water (add more if the sauce is too thick).
  7. Season to taste with salt and pepper (I like lots of pepper).
  8. Serve immediately (the sauce thickens quickly), sprinkle fresh basil leaves, grated parmesan and chopped walnuts on top (you can toast the walnut on a dry pan for extra flavor).
  9. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Calories count = 1/2 of the recipe. You can serve this pasta with a crunchy salad on the side or with a pan-fried fish/chicken breast.

Nutrition Information

Calories 812kcal (41%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 812

% Daily Value*

Calories 812kcal 41%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.