Gorgonzola and Fig Mac and Cheese

August20

Gorgonzola and figs. A beautifully seductive pairing.

The gentle sweetness of the figs, folded in after the sauce is cooked, balances the saltiness and bite of the Gorgonzola.

Don’t forget to save a few of the spiky chopped figs to sprinkle on top after the breadcrumbs have turned golden and lovely.

When you consider making this recipe, you’re buying into the fact that it’s going to be mind-blowingly rich, decadent and loaded with flavors that will make you want to “even out the corners” until it’s all gone.

But, honestly, don’t we all deserve a little indulgence every now and then?

cooking know-how: The oven-safe free-standing paper baking cups are perfect for maintaining portion control. My pals at Welcome Home Brands sent me a whole box of disposable paper bakeware earlier in the summer, which I’ve used like a fiend. The loaf pans, baking cups and mini-pans have been a lifesaver as far as the convenience and easy cleanup. Now if they could just figure out a way for this Mac and Cheese to taste this amazing, without all the calories…. Hmmm…

Figs

 

Plated + Served: Grilled Gorgonzola Cheese and Bacon Sandwich

April13

This is a grilled cheese built for adults.No Children

Lots of strong flavors, a bite of vinegar and dark earthy rye… a sandwich with smoldering sex appeal.

Okay, perhaps I’m being a tad dramatic, but this grilled cheese is full of delicious character.

April is National Grilled Cheese Month so step it up and out with a sandwich that fills your mouth with bold, unabashed flavors.

And remember, no children allowed.

Grilled Gorgonzola

 

 

 

 

Hi…
I’m Christina Chavez

I was a TV journalist for many years, but with a house full of kids I decided to come off the road, go to culinary school and follow my passion for cooking. Mama’s High Strung is all about food… everything from creative recipe ideas to some really cool kitchen gadgets and cooking tips. I live in Chicago, but I love to travel and write about my food discoveries! You can reach me by email: mamashighstrung@gmail.com