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Mini Penne With Artichokes and Gorgonzola Recipe

Mini Penne With Artichokes and Gorgonzola Recipe

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Mini Penne With Artichokes and Gorgonzola

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Ingredients:

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1 (9 oz) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed & quarterd
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 lb gorgonzola
1/2 cup half-and-half
onion powder ( a sprinkling)
crushed red pepper flakes , to taste
fresh ground black pepper , to taste
16 oz mini penne pasta ( we used barilla)
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
toasted slivered almonds, for garnish

Directions:

Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
Drain artichoke hearts well, add to skillet and sauté 3-4 minutes.
Add gorgonzola cheese and half-and-half.
Simmer for a few minutes until cheese melts.
Season with freshly ground blakc pepper, a sprinkling of onion powder and a pinch or two of crushed red pepper flakes; set aside.
Cook pasta according to pkg directions.
Drain reserving some of the pasta cooking liquid.
Add hot pasta to sauce mixture; thin(if needed or desired) with pasta cooking liquid.
Transfer to a serving platter or bowl.
Top with parsley and a sprinkling of the nuts.
Enjoy! Serve with a nice dry white wine.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	332.4 Kcal (1392 kJ)
Calories from fat	239.92 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	26.66g	41%
Cholesterol	35.81mg	12%
Sodium	540.57mg	23%
Potassium	148.31mg	3%
Total Carbs	9.9g	3%
Sugars	1.98g	8%
Dietary Fiber	3.31g	13%
Protein	11.78g	24%
Vitamin C	2.8mg	5%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	13%
Iron	0.1mg	0%
Calcium	226.5mg	23%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	220.49 Kcal (923 kJ)
Calories from fat	159.14 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	17.68g	41%
Cholesterol	23.75mg	12%
Sodium	358.58mg	23%
Potassium	98.38mg	3%
Total Carbs	6.56g	3%
Sugars	1.31g	8%
Dietary Fiber	2.19g	13%
Protein	7.81g	24%
Vitamin C	1.9mg	5%
Vitamin A	0.3mg	13%
Iron	0.1mg	0%
Calcium	150.3mg	23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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