Rich and pungent Gorgonzola cheese is crumbled into heavy cream and tossed with hot pasta, peas and asparagus to make an opulent pasta dish for two.
INGREDIENTS (for 2 servings):
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 4 ounces frozen green peas
- 4 ounces asparagus tips
- 4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese
- 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
- salt and pepper to taste
PREPARATION:
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, peas and asparagus to boiling water. Cook for 5 minutes or until pasta is al dente. Drain.
Meanwhile, crumble cheese with the cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
In large bowl, toss pasta and vegetables with cheese mixture, stirring until the cheese has melted and the pasta is well coated with the sauce. Serve immediately.