Sarah Hicks
@sahick
Creamy Gorgonzola Spinach Fusilli
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring fusilli pasta tossed with fresh spinach and Gorgonzola cheese, creating a delightful blend of flavors that's perfect for any occasion.
Details
- Cuisine:italian
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:8
- Views:36
Recipe Information
- Prep time10 min.
- Cook time15 min.
- Total time25 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) package
- 1 1/2 tablespoons
- 2
- 1 cup
- 4 cups
- 1/2 cup
- to taste
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Creamy Gorgonzola Spinach Fusilli.
Step 1
Start by bringing a generous pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 2
Once bubbling, add the fusilli pasta and cook it according to the package directions, stirring occasionally until it reaches that perfect al dente texture, which should take about 12 minutes.
Step 3
While the pasta dances in the water, melt some butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Toss in the minced shallots and sautรฉ them until they become soft and translucent, taking about 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 5
Next, pour in the heavy whipping cream, allowing it to warm through for another 3 to 5 minutes.
Step 6
Now, introduce fresh spinach to the skillet and crumble in the rich Gorgonzola cheese.
Step 7
Season this delightful mixture with a pinch of salt and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.
Step 8
Cook until the spinach wilts and the sauce thickens, which should take around 4 minutes.
Step 9
Once your fusilli is perfectly cooked, drain it and combine it with the creamy spinach and Gorgonzola sauce.
Step 10
Serve this comforting dish immediately, and enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors that will surely delight your taste buds.