🍝 Quattro Formaggi Pasta is a dream for cheese lovers! This Italian classic combines perfectly cooked pasta with a creamy sauce made from four cheeses like mozzarella, gorgonzola, and parmigiano-reggiano, each adding its unique texture and flavor. 🧀 Easy and quick to prepare, it’s perfect for lunch or dinner when you crave something indulgent and comforting.
🌟 Nutritional Benefits: Cheese provides calcium and protein essential for bone health, while the creamy sauce satisfies your comfort food cravings. Pair with a side salad to balance the richness.
💡 Quick Tip: Add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper for a spicy kick or toss in some sautéed mushrooms for extra depth.
📌 Serving Suggestion: Serve with freshly grated parmesan and a slice of crusty garlic bread. Explore more pasta recipes in our Pasta collection
🔗 Learn More: Discover the history of quattro formaggi in this La Cucina Italiana article.ck and easy to make.
Quattro formaggi pasta
Ingredients
Instructions
Preparation method
- Boil the pasta in a large pot of plenty of salted water to enhance the pasta's flavor. Usually, the cooking time ranges from 8 to 12 minutes, depending on the type of pasta and your preference for 'al dente' texture.
- Cut the cheeses into small cubes. In a large saucepan, combine the liquid cream with the cheeses and heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cheese melts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cheese sauce to the pasta and sprinkle with Parmesan. Mix well and serve the pasta hot.
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 743kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 28g44%
- Total Carbohydrate 68g23%
- Protein 25g50%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
