Name: Barilla Creamy Farfalle Pasta with Gorgonzola and Pear
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 box Barilla Farfalle pasta; 1/2 cup pasta water, plus 2 tbsp set aside, as required; 2 tbsp salted butter; 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 1 Bosc pear, grated; 1 shallot, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 tsp chili flakes; 1/2 cup 35% cream; 125 g gorgonzola cheese, crumbled; 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 1/8 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp parsley, finely chopped; 2 tbsp walnuts, toasted and chopped; Basil for garnish (optional)

Barilla Creamy Farfalle Pasta with Gorgonzola and Pear

35 minutes

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Inspired by 'House of Gucci', this recipe by Zahra Kasmani of @threecupsofchai takes you to the Italian Alps, a northern region of Italy known for its rich pasta dishes. Just like the movie, this dish serves up drama with creamy gorgonzola and crushed walnuts atop premium Barilla Farfalle pasta. Serve this up at your next dinner party and turn your kitchen into the 'House of Barilla'!

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Ingredients

4 servings

1 boxBarilla Farfalle pasta

1/2 cuppasta water, plus 2 tbsp set aside, as required

2 tbspsalted butter

1 tbspExtra virgin olive oil

1Bosc pear, grated

1shallot, finely chopped

2garlic cloves, minced

1/2 tspchili flakes

1/2 cup35% cream

125 ggorgonzola cheese, crumbled

2 tbspParmesan cheese, freshly grated

1/8 tspsalt

1/4 tspblack pepper

2 tbspparsley, finely chopped

2 tbspwalnuts, toasted and chopped

Basil for garnish (optional)

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Cook the Barilla Farfalle pasta to al dente, for 11 minutes, reserving some of the pasta cooking water.

Step 2

In a large skillet, on medium heat, add the butter and olive oil. Once melted, add in the grated pear and sauté until softened.

Step 3

Add in the chopped shallots and garlic, sauté until softened, add in the chili flakes and cook for another minute.

Step 4

With the heat on medium low, pour in the heavy cream and add in the gorgonzola. Stir until the cheese has melted. Add in the parmesan, black pepper and salt.

Step 5

Add the cooked Barilla Farfalle pasta, mixing well to coat. Add in 1 tbsp chopped parsley.

Step 6

Garnish with 1/2 tbsp walnuts per serving, more parsley and a sprig of basil as desired. Best enjoyed immediately.

Farfalle

Bowtie pasta, also known as Farfalle, hails from the Lombardy and Emilia-Romagna regions of Northern Italy. Its unique shape makes it perfect for catching chunky sauces and vegetables, adding a touch of elegance to dishes like pasta salads and casseroles.

Shape

Short en-ca

Cook time

11 minutes

Pack size

410 g (5 x servings)

Range

Classic Blue Box

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