Gorgonzola Fettuccine With Spinach And Bacon Recipe

Name: Gorgonzola Fettuccine With Spinach And Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 tbsp butter; 2 1/2 tbsp all purpose flour; 2 cup warmed whole milk; 1 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese; 1/8 tsp ground pepper; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 lb dried fettuccine; 8 stripes of thick cut bacon; 2 cup fresh spinach leaves, cleaned and dried

Servings: persons

1
Start by cooking your bacon stripes.
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Cook until lightly crisp but still a bit chewy.
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Set cooked bacon aside.
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Start Your fettuccini.
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In a large stock pot add 5 quarts hot water and 1/2 tablespoon of salt.
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Bring to a rolling boil.
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Add fettuccini and stir, let cook in boiling water for 15-18 minutes until cooked.
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While the pasta is cooking, start the sauce.
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In a large deep sided pan, add butter and melt it over medium heat.
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Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, constantly whisking.
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Add in warm milk and whisk until a smooth sauce appears.
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Bring this to a soft boil whisking slowly so bottom doesn't burn.
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Cook until thickened.
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Gently whisk in both cheeses.
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Whisk and cook until a creamy sauce forms.
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If sauce is too thick you can add a 1/4 warm milk at a time until desired thickness.
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Remove from heat, taste.
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Add pepper and salt if you feel it's needed.
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Both cheeses are salty.
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You can add the full amount called for or just to taste.
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When pasta is cooked, drain it and add sauce to pasta in the large pot.
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Immediately add the fresh spinach.
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Mix well.
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Add two crumbled cooked bacon pieces to top each portion.
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Serve immediately!
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Recipe by taylor68too.

1422

kcal

Calories

107

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 tbsp butter, 2 1/2 tbsp all purpose flour, 2 cup warmed whole milk, 1 cup grated parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Gorgonzola Fettuccine With Spinach And Bacon falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Gorgonzola Fettuccine With Spinach And Bacon

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