Best 4 Pasta Quattro Formaggi Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with Pasta Quattro Formaggi, an exquisite Italian dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its symphony of four cheeses. Originating from the Lazio region of Italy, this pasta dish showcases a delectable combination of creamy, nutty, and sharp flavors that blend harmoniously. Prepared with a rich and flavorful cheese sauce, Pasta Quattro Formaggi typically incorporates Parmesan, Gorgonzola, Pecorino Romano, and Fontina cheeses. These cheeses provide a unique and indulgent experience, as they melt together to create a luscious and velvety sauce that generously coats the pasta. Explore our curated collection of Pasta Quattro Formaggi recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From traditional preparations to innovative variations, our recipes cater to a range of tastes and preferences. Discover the perfect balance of cheese, pasta, and seasonings, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PASTA AI QUATTRO FORMAGGI



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Salt
1 tablespoon salted butter
12 white button mushrooms, very thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, grated
1/2 cup white wine
1 pound angel hair pasta
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated fontina cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
1/2 cup goat cheese (chevre)
Freshly ground black pepper
Minced fresh parsley, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add the butter to a large skillet over medium heat and add the mushrooms and garlic. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes, then add the wine and cook until evaporated.
  • Meanwhile, add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions, leaning toward the al dente side. Do not overcook; this will take 1 to 2 minutes!
  • Add the cream to the skillet with the mushrooms. Drain the pasta (reserving some of the pasta water) and add the pasta to the mushrooms, along with the fontina, Parmesan, Romano, goat cheese, 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Stir gently to combine, adding hot pasta water as needed for consistency. Don't overmix; if there are little clumps of cheese here and there, it's fine! Taste and add more salt if needed. The mixing stage should happen very quickly.
  • Turn the pasta out into a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.

PENNE PASTA QUATTRO FORMAGGI & BUTTERNUT SQUASH



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Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Bake     Buffet

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 lb butternut squash
peeled and cut into large batons; 2 T olive oil (divided); 1 T chopped sage; 1 lb penne pasta; S&P; 3 T unsalted butter; 3 t ap flour; 2 c whole milk; 2 c heavy cream; 1 1/2 c grated fontina; 3/4 c blue; 1/2 c romano; 3/4 c parmigiano; 4 thick slices coarse country bread; olive oil; 1/2 c grated parmigiano; 1 T chopped sage; 2 T unsalted melted butter; S&P

Steps:

  • Toss squash with olive oil, sage and S&P and spread in a single layer on a baking sheet to roast for 15-20 min till tender. Remove and set aside. Cook penne in salted water till al dente. Drain in colander under cold water. Drizzle with a little olive oil. Make the cheese sauce: Bechemel and cook for 15 min until reduced by 1/3. Remove from heat and add cheeses. Cut crusts from bread and cube slices. Make soft crumbs in food processor. Transfer to a bowl and added oil, melted butter and S&P, parmigiano and sage. Preheat to 400. Mix cheese sauce and squash to pasta and stir to mix well. Transfer to 9x13 baking dish and scatter crumbs over top. bake 10-12 min until heated through - cheese bubbly, top brown.

PASTA AI QUATTRO FORMAGGI



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Categories     Cheese     Pasta

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

400 gr. di pasta
100 gr. di gorgonzola (possibilmente dolce)
80 gr. di emmenthal grattugiato
200 ml. di latte
50 ml. di panna fresca
80 gr. di parmigiano reggiano
80 gr. di taleggio
Sale q.b.
Pepe q.b.

Steps:

  • Innanzitutto, mettete a bollire sul fuoco una pentola, che vi servirà per far cuocere la pasta. Una volta arrivata a ebollizione, salatela e gettate dentro la pasta (calcolatene circa 100 grammi per ogni persona, 120, invece, se volete fare un piatto abbondante). Un piccolo consiglio. Per il sugo che andrete a preparare, vi consigliamo le mezze penne rigate o i fusilli, dato che si amalgamano meglio con i formaggi fusi. Mentre l'acqua bolle, cominciate a preparare i formaggi che vi serviranno per la salsa. Prendete un pentolino non troppo grande e versateci all'interno il latte e la panna, facendo cuocere a fuoco lento. In un secondo momento aggiungete il parmigiano e l'emmentaler grattugiati, il gorgonzola e il taleggio a dadini (oppure a pezzi anche più grandi). Mescolate il tutto con un mestolo fino alla fusione dei formaggi, poi salate e pepate a vostro gradimento. A questo punto, mettete in una padella antiaderente la salsa di formaggi e la pasta che avete scolato, facendola saltare per qualche minuto. Disponete la pasta nei piatti e servitele immediatamente.

PASTA QUATTRO FORMAGGI



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Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Sauté

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound Angel Hair Pasta
1/2 cup Grated Fontina Cheese
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup Grated Romano Cheese
1/2 cup Goat Cheese (chevre)
2 Tablespoons Butter, Softened
1 cup Heavy Cream
1 whole Garlic Clove, Peeled
1/2 teaspoon Salt, More To Taste
Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Minced Fresh Parsley

Steps:

  • Heat cream in a small saucepan on the stove over low heat. Rub garlic clove all over the inside of a large serving bowl. Cook pasta according to package directions in lightly salted water, leaning toward the al dente side. Do not overcook! Drain pasta, then return to the cooking pot. Pour in cream, add butter, and add cheeses and salt and pepper. Stir gently to combine, adding hot pasta water as needed for consistency. Don't overmix; if there are little clumps of cheese here and there, it's fine! Taste and add more salt if needed. Mixing stage should happen very quickly. Turn pasta into large serving bowl. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately with a nice medium rare steak. *Can use whatever four cheeses you'd like!

Tips:

  • To make the ultimate Quattro Formaggi, start by using high-quality ingredients. Freshly grated Parmesan, Gorgonzola, Fontina, and Mozzarella will give you the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses. If you like a particular type of cheese, try adding it to the mix.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot to cook the pasta. This will help to prevent the pasta from sticking.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Al dente is the perfect texture for Quattro Formaggi.
  • Don't overcook the sauce. The cheese should be melted and gooey, but not browned.
  • Serve the Quattro Formaggi immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan.

Conclusion:

Pasta Quattro Formaggi is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its creamy cheese sauce and al dente pasta, it's the perfect comfort food for a cold night. Whether you're making it for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner, Pasta Quattro Formaggi is sure to be a hit.

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