Cheese Pasta Recipe
This rich and creamy cheese pasta combines Cheddar, Gouda, and Parmesan for an indulgent flavor, with a touch of blue cheese dressing for a bold twist. Tossed with garlic butter and spices, it’s a comforting dish that’s easy, cheesy, and perfect for any pasta night.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 30 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 people
Calories 398 kcal
Wooden spoon
Large pot
Colander
Cheese grater
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons
- ¼ cup butter
- salt and pepper to taste
- paprika to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup clove garlic, crushed
- ½ cup cubed sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 package uncooked rigatoni pasta
- ½ cup cubed Gouda cheese
- ¼ cup blue cheese dressing
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil and cook the rigatoni pasta for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente, then drain and return the pasta to the pot.
Add butter and minced garlic to the pasta in the pot and stir gently over low heat until the butter melts and coats the pasta.
Gradually stir in the Cheddar, Gouda, and Parmesan cheeses, keeping the heat low to prevent the cheese from becoming stringy as it melts evenly.
Slowly pour in the blue cheese dressing and milk, continuing to stir until the pasta is thoroughly coated and the sauce is smooth.
Finally, season the pasta with paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, giving it a final stir before serving warm.
Finally, season the pasta with paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, giving it a final stir before serving warm.
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You can substitute penne or fusilli if you don’t have rigatoni.
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Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and flavor.
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Stir constantly while adding cheese to prevent clumps.