Creamy Gorgonzola & Walnut Pasta with Pear Slices
Indulge in a rich and elegant bowl of Creamy Gorgonzola & Walnut Pasta with Pear Slices 🍐✨—the perfect blend of savory, nutty, and subtly sweet flavors! This gourmet pasta dish features a luscious gorgonzola cream sauce, crunchy toasted walnuts, and juicy pear slices that add a refreshing twist. Ideal for cozy dinners or special occasions, it’s a quick yet impressive recipe that feels restaurant-worthy at home. If you love unique pasta combinations and comforting meals with a touch of sophistication, this one’s for you. Save this creamy pasta recipe for your next indulgent dinner!
Ingredients
- 12 oz (340 g) pasta (penne, fettuccine, or tagliatelle)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz (115 g) Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- 2 ripe but firm pears, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- Fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water; drain.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Gorgonzola until melted and smooth.
- Season with black pepper and nutmeg if using.
- Add cooked pasta to sauce, tossing to coat.
- Add walnuts and pear slices; toss gently.
- Thin sauce with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Adjust seasoning and remove from heat.