Gorgonzola Pear Pasta

A delicious combination of the unique flavor of gorgonzola cheese and the sweetness of fresh pears. Brush the pear cubes with lemon juice to keep them from browning.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 1828 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons butter
• ½ cup heavy whipping cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ground black pepper to taste
• ½ cup chopped toasted walnuts
• 9 ounces penne pasta
• 3 tablespoons crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
• 1 large pear, peeled and cubed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the penne in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain.

Step 2

Return the drained pasta to the pot; stir the butter, Parmesan cheese, and Gorgonzola cheese into the pasta and place over medium heat; cook until the cheese is completely melted. Pour the cream into the pasta mixture; stir. Remove from heat and fold the pear into the pasta mixture. Top with walnuts. Season with pepper to serve.