Pasta ai 4 formaggi
17/11/2023Four Cheese Pasta is a creamy and rich dish, perfect for cheese lovers. Here is an Italian version of this dish:
Ingredients
- 320 g of pasta (penne, fusilli, farfalle, or your preference)
- 200 ml of cooking cream
- 100 g of gorgonzola
- 100 g of fontina
- 100 g of parmesan
- 100 g of taleggio
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Nutmeg to taste (optional)
Preparation
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the cream over low heat.
- Cut all the cheeses into pieces and add them to the warm cream, letting them melt slowly and stirring so they don’t stick.
- If the sauce seems too thick, add a little bit of the pasta cooking water to reach the desired consistency.
- Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package until it is al dente.
- Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the four cheese sauce.
- Mix well to ensure that the pasta is completely covered with the sauce.
- Add a sprinkling of black pepper and nutmeg if desired.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with an additional sprinkle of parmesan if desired.
The secret to a great Four Cheese Pasta dish is to use quality cheeses and balance their flavors well. You can also add a touch of white wine to the sauce for an extra depth of flavor. Buon appetito!