Blue cheese pasta

Vegetarian
Health score
11%
Blue cheese pasta
20 min.
4
567kcal

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Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Blue Cheese Pasta, a dish that perfectly balances the robust flavors of blue cheese with the comforting texture of penne pasta. This vegetarian recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes, but it also serves as a versatile option for any meal—be it a side dish, a hearty lunch, or a satisfying main course.

The star of this dish is the luxurious Stilton cheese, which melts beautifully into the buttery sautéed onions and garlic, creating a luscious sauce that clings to each piece of pasta. Enhanced by the aromatic notes of fresh sage and the crunch of toasted walnuts, every bite is a delightful experience that will leave your taste buds dancing.

With a caloric content of 567 kcal per serving, this dish offers a balanced breakdown of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, making it a fulfilling choice for those looking to enjoy a hearty meal without compromising on flavor. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply treating yourself to a comforting dinner, Blue Cheese Pasta is sure to impress with its gourmet appeal and ease of preparation. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the delightful combination of flavors that this dish has to offer!

Ingredients

  • 400 penne pasta 
  • 25 butter 
  •  onion thinly sliced
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • tbsp sage dried fresh chopped
  • 100 coarsely stilton cheese cubed
  • handful walnuts toasted chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Boil the pasta according to pack instructions. In a saucepan, melt the butter, then gently fry the onion until golden.
  2. Add the garlic and sage, fry for a further 2 mins, then remove the pan from the heat.
  3. Drain the pasta and reserve some cooking water. Stir through the buttery onions, stilton and 2 tbsp cooking water, then sprinkle with the toasted walnuts to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories567kcal
Protein14.12%
Fat29.78%
Carbs56.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49
Glycemic Load
30.92
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.241739016512%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.2mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
5.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:566.8kcal
28.34%
Fat:18.74g
28.83%
Saturated Fat:8.67g
54.2%
Carbohydrates:79.41g
26.47%
Net Carbohydrates:75.02g
27.28%
Sugar:4.18g
4.64%
Cholesterol:32.19mg
10.73%
Sodium:335.12mg
14.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.99g
39.97%
Selenium:67.52µg
96.45%
Manganese:1.24mg
61.95%
Phosphorus:322.78mg
32.28%
Copper:0.44mg
21.75%
Magnesium:75.8mg
18.95%
Calcium:177.79mg
17.78%
Fiber:4.39g
17.55%
Zinc:2.39mg
15.94%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
13.99%
Potassium:370.08mg
10.57%
Vitamin B3:2.11mg
10.54%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.52%
Folate:41.15µg
10.29%
Iron:1.81mg
10.05%
Vitamin K:10.04µg
9.56%
Vitamin B5:0.95mg
9.51%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.4%
Vitamin A:378.55IU
7.57%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.26%
Vitamin C:2.53mg
3.06%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.76%