Not Your Usual Four Cheese Pasta
Elevate your pasta game with "Not Your Usual Four Cheese Pasta," a luxurious twist on the classic comfort food. This decadent dish combines four distinct cheeses—Parmesan, Gruyère, mozzarella, and creamy Gorgonzola—for a rich, velvety sauce that's anything but ordinary. Infused with the aromatic allure of garlic and a drizzle of truffle oil, this recipe delivers layers of bold, indulgent flavors in every bite. The al dente penne pasta is perfectly coated in the luscious cheese sauce and finished with a flourish of fresh parsley and basil for a burst of brightness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for impressing dinner guests or treating yourself to a gourmet meal. Pair it with a crisp salad or garlic bread for the ultimate dining experience. Perfect search keywords: four cheese pasta recipe, truffle oil pasta, quick gourmet pasta, creamy cheese sauce pasta.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Penne pasta
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cloves Garlic, finely minced
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 100 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 100 grams Grated Gruyère cheese
- 100 grams Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 50 grams Crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Truffle oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped
- 1 liter Water
Instructions
Bring 1 liter of water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Add a generous pinch of salt and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions, or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour into the butter and garlic mixture, then whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue cooking for 4-5 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.
Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the Parmesan, Gruyère, mozzarella, and Gorgonzola cheeses. Mix until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and the truffle oil. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the cheese sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Garnish with chopped parsley and basil before serving immediately. Optional: serve with additional grated Parmesan on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 239.4 g | 307% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.2 g | 701% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 707 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 6383 mg | 278% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 335.9 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.7 g | ||
| Protein | 171.1 g | 342% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.1 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 3636 mg | 280% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1796 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
