Imagine a sauce so luxuriously creamy and rich that it transforms an ordinary pasta night into a gourmet experience. This Gorgonzola and Fresh Thyme Sauce is not just another recipe—it's a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you straight to the rolling hills of Italy. With just a few simple ingredients, you'll create a restaurant-worthy dish that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Pasta of choice
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 1 cup of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, 1 cup of heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped thyme, salt to taste, and your choice of pasta.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add your pasta of choice. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the Gorgonzola and fresh thyme sauce. In a medium saucepan, pour in the heavy cream and place it over medium heat.
- As the cream heats, gently stir it occasionally to prevent it from scorching. You want it to warm up but not boil.
- Once the cream is heated through, add the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add the chopped fresh thyme to the sauce, stirring well to incorporate the flavors. Season with salt to taste, keeping in mind that Gorgonzola can be quite salty already.
- Continue to simmer the sauce on low heat for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. If the sauce becomes too thick, you can add a splash of pasta cooking water to reach your desired consistency.
- Once the pasta is cooked, reserve a cup of the pasta water and then drain the pasta in a colander.
- Immediately add the drained pasta to the saucepan with the Gorgonzola and thyme sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water until you achieve your desired creaminess.
- Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional fresh thyme if desired. Enjoy your delicious Gorgonzola and fresh thyme sauce pasta!
Tips
- Choose a high-quality Gorgonzola cheese for the most authentic flavor—look for creamy, artisanal varieties.
- Keep your heat low and steady when melting the cheese to prevent separation and ensure a smooth sauce.
- Reserve pasta water before draining—its starchy nature helps create a silkier, more cohesive sauce.
- Fresh thyme is key: if possible, use freshly picked herbs for the most vibrant flavor.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half the heavy cream with milk or half-and-half.
- Don't overcook the sauce; you want it creamy, not grainy. Remove from heat as soon as the cheese melts.
- Experiment with different pasta shapes—while any pasta works, wider noodles like pappardelle or fettuccine tend to hold the sauce beautifully.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 340kcal
Carbohydrates: 6g
Protein: 14g
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Cholesterol: 80mg
