TOMATO-GORGONZOLA SAUCE WITH PASTA SHELLS
I made this for Labor Day Weekend and boy the taste is phenominal....Very elegant. Got the recipe out of Cusine at Home Magazine....Putting here for safe keeping. Try and find the creamy gorgonzola cheese or soft.
Provided by CIndytc
Categories Pasta Shells
Time 30m
Yield 7 cups, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the shells.
- Cook shells according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add onion, pepper flakes, and black pepper; cook 3 minutes, or until onion is translucent. Add tomato paste and garlic; saute for 1 minute.
- Stir in tomatoes and vinegar. Bring to a boil and cook, uncovered, for 5 minutes, or until thickened.
- Add cream, simmer for 1 minute, then stir in cheese, basil, cooked shells, and salt.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.3, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 49.2, Sodium 490.5, Carbohydrate 76.4, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 8.9, Protein 16.3
TOMATO-GORGONZOLA PASTA SHELLS
This is a quick, easy way to whip up a gourmet pasta dish with Gorgonzola.
Provided by Lux
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add shells and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Stir in onion, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Cook and stir until onion is soft and translucent, about 3 minutes. Add tomato paste and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add tomatoes and balsamic vinegar to the pan with the onion mixture. Bring to a boil and cook, uncovered, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat and pour in heavy cream; let simmer for 1 minute. Stir in cooked pasta, Gorgonzola cheese, basil, and salt. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.9 calories, Carbohydrate 62.1 g, Cholesterol 42.2 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 14.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 408 mg, Sugar 7.1 g
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