I’m in Pasta Heaven With This Dish!

Good Tuesday Night everyone! I’ve been busy busy trying to get everything ready for my son’s official Birthday tomorrow. I can’t believe he is going to be 6 years old. Transformer this Transformer that, I think I’ve just about got everything ready for his buddies to come over tomorrow.

I’m so excited to share this recipe with you all. I swear I could eat this just about everyday. It is creamy, full of flavor and tastes like it’s straight out of a restaurant! I know prosciutto is expensive, but I promise it is so worth it on special occasions such as for this pasta. If you must, substitute crumbled bacon pieces, but only if you must!

I love how the gorgonzola doesn’t overpower the sauce.Even if you are not a blue cheese fan, I bet you still like this pasta.Give it a try, and let me know what you think!!

 

 

Tortiglioni Florentine in a Gorgonzola Cream Sauce with Frizzled Prosciutto

 

1 lb Tortiglioni pasta or other pasta of choice

 

1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
6 slices prosciutto diced

2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
½ Cup finely diced onion
½ Cup thinly sliced fennel
4 Cups Spinach, coarsely chopped

16 oz 2% milk or half and half if you are feeling crazy
½ lb crumbled gorgonzola cheese or about 2 Cups
¼ Cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
Pinch of kosher salt and pepper

 

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

 

2.Heat olive oil into a medium skillet over medium heat.Cook prosciutto until browned and crisped, stirring often.Usually takes between 5-8 minutes.Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.

 

3.Heat olive oil into a large skillet or dutch oven over medium heat.Saute onion and fennel until softened, about 5 minutes.Stir in spinach and cook until wilted down, about 5 more minutes.

 

4. Pour in milk and heat for 5 minutes on medium high heat or until piping hot. Stir in gorgonzola and parmesan cheese. Stir until cheeses are melted. Reduce heat and stir in cooked pasta, season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low and serve quickly, sauce thickens over time. Add additional milk to loosen sauce up if necessary, especially if you are re-heating the next day. Enjoy!

6 servings
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Happy Birthday to my goofball! This picture says it all, with his way too small superhero suit that he insists on still wearing and his brother’s small bike. He’s always a crack up!

Have a great next few days! I’ll be back soon with a “chilly” treat that will make everyone happy and a terrific side!

Tortiglioni Florentine with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce

Tortiglioni Pasta Florentine made with crispy prosciutto and spinach in a rich gorgonzola cream sauce. An easy dinner loaded with flavor!
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 534kcal
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb Tortiglioni pasta or other pasta of choice
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil + 2 tbsp extra
  • 6 slices prosciutto diced
  • 1/2 cup onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup fennel thinly sliced
  • 4 cups spinach coarsely chopped
  • 16 oz 2% milk or half and half
  • 1/2 lb gorgonzola cheese (about 2 cups), crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil into a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook prosciutto until browned and crisped, stirring often. Usually takes between 5-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate.
  • Heat olive oil into a large skillet or dutch oven over medium heat. Saute onion and fennel until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted down, about 5 more minutes.
  • Pour in milk and heat for 5 minutes on medium high heat or until piping hot. Stir in gorgonzola and parmesan cheese. Stir until cheeses are melted.
  • Reduce heat and stir in cooked pasta, season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Reduce heat to low and serve immediately, sauce thickens over time. Add additional milk to loosen sauce up if necessary, especially if you are re-heating the next day.

Nutrition

Calories: 534kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 707mg | Potassium: 552mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2286IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 382mg | Iron: 2mg
Keywords: easy pasta recipes, spinach pasta

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51 Responses
  1. simply kris

    i’ve been peeking over your blogging shoulder for awhile… figured it was time to say “hi”. You’re pictures are tastable! And the recipes make me think I should start cooking and not miss out on something supremely delicious. thank you for sharing. it’s peeked my interest in kitchen creations.

  2. Proud Italian Cook

    Jenny, I would sure enjoy a great big dish of this! Yumm! Your son’s a doll, have a great party!

  3. Allie

    Yummy pasta! I’m such a sucker for any pasta dish so I will be trying this one for sure. Hope your son had a great birthday!

  4. Live.Love.Eat

    This is definitely dreamy. I wish my hubby loved the cream sauces more like I do so I will make this one night for myself!!!

  5. Patsyk

    I would love this dish… my family not so much because of the blue cheese. Oh well… one day I’ll convert them! 😉

    Your little guy is so cute! We have that same costume as well as The Thing… so they play Fantastic 4 all the time!

  6. ~Priscilla~

    wow, that looks delicious! i will have to try this. oh, i made something else from you jenny on my blog….let me tell you – it is a keeper!

  7. Katherine Aucoin

    Your pasta looks like heaven for sure! I haven’t eaten breakfast yet and I’m about to pass out after seeing this dish. Great job Jenny! When can I come over for dinner? 😉

  8. Lorie

    That number above was me…Lorie. No matter what I do with this typekey account, it won’t leave my name…just a number. Aargh!

    Anyway, your recipe looks great.

  9. 1215656559s20768

    This looks great! I was so excited to find a Wal-mart close to where I live is now carrying prosciutto in the deli case. It used to mean over an hour’s drive for me to get an ingredient like that.

  10. Lisa

    The pasta looks so yummmy and I cant wait for the “chilly” treat coming up.

    Check out my blog, I passed an award on to you cause you know I love your cookin!

  11. Melanie

    Yum – this looks fabulous. I have some gorgonzola in the fridge that I am anxious to use so I am going to try this for sure.

  12. Beth

    Wow wow and more wow – this pasta looks amazing. Hope your little one (or not so little now!!) has a great day!!

  13. Deborah

    Happy birthday to your little guy!! And I can see why you love this pasta – so many great ingredients!

  14. Donna, aka. Yellow Jeep Blonde

    My oldest boy would absolutely love this!
    Thanks for sharing.

    And happy birthday to YOUR little boy. They DO grow up so fast.

  15. Bonnie

    Hi Jenny. Great recipe! I think I’ll use it as a side dish with salmon for a little dinner I’m having. Thanks a ton! And… your son is hilarious. My 3 little grandboys LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Transformers too. Happy Birthday to him.

  16. Amy

    Looks delish!! We love any variety of ‘stinky’ cheese as we call it at my house:) Can’t wait to try this one!!

  17. Pam

    Rich, creamy and delicious! I love using prosciutto with my pasta and the gorgonzola just puts it over the top. Great recipe and mouth watering pictures.

  18. Lisa

    Wow! So great looking! I crisp prosciutto all the time and put it on top of pasta and other things…so good! What a precious picture. Happy birthday to that adorable birthday boy!

  19. Jenny

    Thanks Barbara!

    Late nighter huh Aggie!? I love anything with gorgonzola and prosciutto too!

    Thanks Emily, let me know what you think of the gorgonzola, it makes such a yummy sauce!

    Wow, thanks Stokes Family! Glad you found my blog, hope you’ll find some recipes for you and your family!

    Thanks Shelby!

    Thanks Rita,
    I’ll try to watch out for flying transformers this afternoon!

    Hi Mary Ann,
    I agree, there are just some things to splurge on and prosciutto is one of them!

    Thanks Prudy!

  20. Prudy

    That looks delish and well worth the splurge. I just love blue cheese of any variety. Happy Birthday to your adorable little goofball and good luck to you getting through the buddy party.

  21. Mary Ann

    This looks heavenly! I always “splurge” on things like prosciutto, because it makes such a difference in the overall taste. I am going to try this one! This looks so yummy! Sounds like an exciting party as well! Happy B-day to your son! He is too cute.

  22. Mandy

    Happy Birthday you little bike-ridin’ superhero!
    That looks yummy! We love blue cheese and we love prosciutto! I really don’t like fennel but when it’s in pasta it’s not so bad, if you say it’s fabulous, I believe you!:) I’m going to try making it with fat-free half and half and see how it cooks. Have fun with the Birthday Boy!

  23. Clumbsy Cookie

    Oh my! Jenny I could have that right now for breakfast! It looks really delicious! Really really really! Have fun at you baby’s party! Be careful with those transformers!

  24. HoneyB

    Your pasta would definitely be a hit with me! I love cream sauces!

    Happy Birthday to your little one! I’m sure his day will be made super special!

  25. Stokes Family

    You totally need your own show!! I think you could put Rachel Ray out on the streets!! I found your blog while surfing and you seem to be a hit here in Utah!! I can’t wait to try some of these recipes! I have 2 sons and a work-a-holic hubby…all of which are very picky eaters!! Thanks so much for taking the time to help us kitchen-challenged moms out!

  26. Emily

    Your boys are darling! We hear plenty about Transformers in our family too!

    This pasta sounds sooooo good! I am making my grocery list as we speak and added Gorgonzola onto it! I am a Parmesan girl all thew way and have not really made much with blue cheese . . but that will change!

  27. Aggie

    I’m up late with ya!

    This pasta looks so so good…unbelievably good. Pasta is comfort food and anything with gorgonzola and prosciutto has to taste good!!

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