Pasta alla ash: the recipe for a quick first course with Gorgonzola and olives

Ingredients
PENNETTE RIGATE
240 gr
COOKING CREAM
200 ml
GORGONZOLA
120 gr
STONED TAGGIASCA OLIVES
40 gr
SALE
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BABY
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Ash pasta is a first espresso, perfect for surprising unexpected guests with a simple but tasty and enveloping dish, a richer variant of the Gorgonzola pasta. It is prepared with cream, Gorgonzola and chopped Taggiasca olives, whose consistency and color are reminiscent of ash.

To bring it to the table, all you have to do is roughly chop the olives, previously pitted, then heat the cream in a pan with the Gorgonzola cut into cubes until a soft sauce is obtained in which you can dip the chopped mixture into the pasta, al cooked dente. ; Finally, you have to mix everything and serve with freshly ground black pepper and a few whole olives: it takes less than half an hour to prepare.

This is a very versatile recipe that you can customize to your liking. In our version we have chosen Penne Rigate, but you can also use Sedanini, Rigatoni or Mezze wrappers, short shapes that go better with creamy spices. We wanted to use Taggiasca olives, which are characterized by a sweet and fruity aroma, but you can choose the type of olive you prefer: the Moresca di Sicilia and the Itrana Lazio also taste great.

If you wish, you can also add a pinch of grated Parmesan to make it even more appetizing; If not intended for children, add a generous pinch of chopped chili pepper for a spicy touch that goes well with the sweetness of the gorgonzola.

Find out how to make pasta with ash by following the step-by-step instructions and advice. If you liked this recipe, also try Four Cheese Pasta and Classic American Mac ‘n Cheese.

How to prepare ash noodles

Step 1
Pit the Taggiasca olives and chop finely with a knife
1
. Meanwhile, cook the pasta in boiling salted water.

Step 2
Cut the Gorgonzola into small pieces
2
, eliminating the outer part.

Step 3
Heat the cooking cream over low heat in a non-stick pan or saucepan
3
.

Step 4
Add the Gorgonzola cut into pieces
4
.

Step 5
Let everything melt over low heat, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes
5
.

Step 6
Add the chopped olives and mix
6
.

Step 7
Drain the pasta al dente and add it to the pan with the sauce
7
and a ladle of pasta cooking water.

Step 8
Stir the pasta over very low heat for another minute
,
then add salt and pepper.

Step 9
Transfer the noodles to serving plates. Garnish with a few whole olives and freshly ground pepper and serve hot
9
.

Advise
You can make an even more enjoyable version by boiling the pasta for 6-7 minutes, then mixing it with the spices, seasoning with dried or fresh aromatic herbs and putting everything in an oiled pan. Sprinkle a handful of breadcrumbs on the surface and place in the oven on grill mode until a golden, crispy crust forms.