Best Gorgonzola Cheesecake With Toasted Walnuts Recipes

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GORGONZOLA AND TOASTED WALNUT SPREAD



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The fabulous flavor of toasted walnuts infuses every bite of this rich and creamy spread. Have it ready in 10 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons half-and-half
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted*
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
French bread slices
Apple and pear slices

Steps:

  • Reserve 1 tablespoon of the Gorgonzola cheese for garnish. In food processor, place cream cheese, remaining Gorgonzola cheese, half-and-half and pepper. Cover and process just until blended.
  • Reserve 1 tablespoon of the walnuts for garnish. Stir remaining walnuts into cheese mixture. Spoon into shallow serving bowl. Sprinkle with reserved Gorgonzola cheese, walnuts and the parsley. Serve with bread slices and apple slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg

GORGONZOLA LINGUINE WITH TOASTED WALNUTS



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Enjoy this cheesy pasta side - ready in about 30 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ounces uncooked linguine
1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup evaporated skimmed milk
1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (2 ounces)
3 tablespoons walnuts, toasted and finely chopped

Steps:

  • Cook and drain linguine as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook garlic in butter, stirring occasionally, until garlic is golden brown. Stir in flour until smooth and bubbly. Stir in milk, wine and salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to thicken.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir cheese into sauce; cook, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted. Toss linguine and sauce in large bowl. Sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 740 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

GORGONZOLA CHEESECAKE WITH TOASTED WALNUTS



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Enjoy these gorgonzola cheesecakes with toasted walnuts - a distinctive appetizer!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 5h5m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup ground walnuts
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2 eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (4 ounces)
3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts
Assorted crackers, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°. Line outside of springform pan, 9x3 inches with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Spray inside of pan with cooking spray; sprinkle ground walnuts over bottom.
  • Beat cream cheese in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add eggs; beat just until smooth. Stir in sour cream, cheese and pepper just until blended. Spoon evenly over walnuts in pan.
  • Place springform in large roasting pan; pour hot water into roasting pan until one-fourth full. Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until center is almost set. Remove cheesecake from roasting pan. Run knife around edge of cheesecake to loosen. Cool completely at room temperature, about 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 48 hours. Remove side of pan. Garnish with toasted walnuts. Cut into wedges. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg

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