One of the standout moments from the Live Culinary Experience at the Home Show was a decadent and unexpected flavor pairing: Pear Pasta with Asiago Fondue, crafted by Chef Bryan, Executive Chef at Prezzo Italian Restaurant & Bar.
Creamy, cheesy, and delicately sweet, this recipe is a perfect example of fine Italian dining with a modern South Florida twist.
Ingredients
For the Asiago Fondue:
- Shaved asiago
- Crumbled gorgonzola
- Grated parmesan
- Grated pecorino
- Heavy cream
- Garlic powder
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Cornstarch + water (to make a slurry for thickening)
For Plating:
- Pear pasta fiocchi
- Asiago fondue
- Pinch of chopped parsley
- Dash of candied walnut dust
Instructions
- Prepare the Fondue:
- In a large pot, bring the heavy cream to a boil (180°F).
- Reduce to medium heat and mix in garlic powder.
- Gradually add all cheeses while stirring.
- Use a large hand blender to emulsify until smooth and creamy.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- If needed, stir in your cornstarch slurry to achieve desired thickness. Keep a close eye on the heat to prevent burning.
- In a large pot, bring the heavy cream to a boil (180°F).
- Plate the Dish:
- Spoon asiago fondue onto a dish.
- Top with cooked pear pasta fiocchi.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley and a dash of candied walnut dust.
- Spoon asiago fondue onto a dish.
Special thanks to Chef Bryan and the team at Prezzo for bringing this unforgettable dish to our stage. Bravo star Craig Conover (Cast member of Southern Charm and Co-Founder of Sewing Down South) even stopped by to catch the action and taste what Chef Bryan was cooking up, adding a little star power to the culinary fun.
Whether you’re planning your next dinner party or just craving something comforting with flair, this dish is a must-try. It’s indulgent, elegant, and incredibly easy to replicate at home.
✨ Try it out and tag us at @FLHomeShows — we’d love to see your version of this show-stopping pasta!
We’d like to thank our Live Culinary Experience Sponsors, Thermador, Fuse Specialty Appliances, Lioher, and Lifetime Kitchen. The Home Design and Remodeling Show is Florida’s premier expo for the home design and home improvement industry where thousands of leading industry professionals attend to network, source new products, and discover the latest products and services brought to the Florida market. Additionally, thousands of South Florida homeowners attend to meet experts, become inspired, learn and shop exclusive deals at the show.
SAVE THE DATE: The Fort Lauderdale Home Design and Remodeling Show returns August 29 – September 1 at the Broward County Convention Center.
