PENNE WITH CARAMELIZED ONION-GORGONZOLA CHEESE SAUCE

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Sweet onion cheesy sauce adds creamy comfort to this quick-prep savory pasta meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups)
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon salt, if desired
1 lb uncooked penne pasta
1 3/4 cups whipping (heavy) cream
1/4 cup butter
4 oz Gorgonzola cheese (preferably Gorgonzola dolce, or sweet Gorgonzola), crumbled (1 cup)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash of freshly grated nutmeg or ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium-high heat. Stir in onion and garlic to coat with butter. Cook uncovered about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook uncovered 35 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is light golden brown. Do not let onion or garlic burn. (Onions will shrink during cooking.)
  • Meanwhile, fill large pot with 5 quarts water; heat to boiling over high heat. When water is boiling, add 1 tablespoon salt if desired. When water returns to boil, add pasta. Stir immediately to make sure it doesn't stick to itself or pan. Boil pasta 9 to 10 minutes or until cooked through but still slightly firm. Drain in colander. There is no need to shake off excess moisture.
  • Add onion mixture to pot. Increase heat to medium and add 1 cup of the whipping cream and 1/4 cup butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, until butter melts and cream simmers. Stir in cheese, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add drained pasta and remaining 3/4 cup whipping cream. Cook and stir until pasta is coated and sauce is hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 680, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 7, Fiber 5 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 470 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

Amy McGuinness
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is incredible.


Nkululeko Mbatha
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I've never made caramelized onions before, but this recipe made it easy. The sauce was amazing, and the penne pasta cooked perfectly.


Phiwokazi KwelA
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This recipe was delicious! I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. Thanks for sharing!


uzumaki clan uzumaki
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I'm not a big fan of gorgonzola cheese, but I loved this dish. The caramelized onions and penne pasta were a perfect combination.


Gemachu Merga
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This dish is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


Lipuo Pheko
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I love the combination of caramelized onions and gorgonzola cheese. This dish is definitely going into my regular rotation.


Diana Mike
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


De Don
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my sauce turned out grainy. Not sure what went wrong.


REDOY YT
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Meh.


Begad Elsays
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This recipe was a bit too rich for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think I'll try making it again with a lighter cheese next time.


emeasue1 J
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Not a fan of gorgonzola, but this dish was still really good. I used a different type of cheese and it turned out great.


BASHIR BOGEERE
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I added some chopped walnuts and crumbled bacon, and it was delicious. Thanks for sharing!


Your Favorite
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Yum!


Said Ajmal
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This dish was easy to make and turned out amazing. The combination of caramelized onions, gorgonzola, and penne pasta is perfect. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Paula Tate
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Penne with Caramelized Onion and Gorgonzola Cheese Sauce - a 5-star recipe!


Tiffany Francis
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Wow, This recipe was a hit with my family! The caramelized onions added a delicious sweetness to the dish, and the gorgonzola cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.