Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cheese (we used a three-cheese blend of Asiago, Parmesan and Romano)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, plus additional for garnish
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1-lb. box of pasta (we used bow tie)
- 2 avocados, mashed
- Kosher salt to taste
Here's a creamy twist to the
ordinary--one that takes this dish into full adulthood! It's easy to
make, requires no baking, and is a quick dish full of nutrients and
flavor.
This is part of our Beyond Guacamole series.
Foodie Byte: Keep in mind the Avocado Paste will brown if left out, so our advice is to eat it quickly.
Preparation
- Cook pasta according to label instructions.
Cheese Sauce:
- Put heavy cream in saucepan over low heat.
- Slowly add in the cheese and stir until melted and creamy, set aside.
Avocado Paste:
- Mash the avocados, using a food processor.
- Add in chopped cilantro, garlic, and pepper.
- Pulse until well integrated.
- Put cooked pasta into a bowl and pour in the cheese sauce.
- Add in the Avocado Paste and stir well to incorporate.
- No baking required!
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and kosher salt to taste.