Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound fregona pasta
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Colander for draining pasta
- Large skillet for cooking sauce
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fregona pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until wilted.
4. Add the crumbled gorgonzola cheese to the skillet and stir until melted and combined with the spinach.
5. Add the cooked fregona pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the spinach and gorgonzola sauce.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the top of the pasta and serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4-6 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Fregona pasta can be substituted with any other short pasta such as penne or fusilli.
- Gorgonzola cheese can be substituted with blue cheese or feta cheese.
- Spinach can be substituted with kale or arugula.
Variations:
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp to the pasta for a protein boost.
- Add roasted cherry tomatoes or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Use a different type of cheese such as goat cheese or brie.
Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to cook the pasta until al dente so that it doesn't become mushy when combined with the sauce.
- Reserve some of the pasta cooking water to add to the sauce if it becomes too thick.
- Use a good quality olive oil for the best flavor.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the pasta in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pasta in a large bowl with a sprinkle of fresh herbs such as parsley or basil.
Garnishes:
- Garnish the pasta with extra crumbled gorgonzola cheese or grated parmesan cheese.
Pairings:
- Serve the pasta with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Garlic bread
- Caesar salad
- Roasted vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta cooking water to thin it out.
- If the pasta is too dry, add a drizzle of olive oil to moisten it.
Food safety advice:
- Be sure to cook the pasta and spinach to the appropriate temperature to ensure they are safe to eat.
Food history:
- Fregona pasta is a type of short pasta that originated in Italy.
Flavor profiles:
- This pasta dish has a creamy and tangy flavor from the gorgonzola cheese, with a hint of garlic and saltiness from the parmesan cheese.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve this pasta dish as a main course for dinner or as a side dish for a larger meal.
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Region: Italian