Dish of the Day: Tantalizing Truffle Gorgonzola French Fries

June 10, 2011 11:16 am

Dish of the Day: Tantalizing Truffle Gorgonzola French Fries

I like to consider myself a healthy eater, but sometimes I just have to have those “drop-everything-and-stop-the-world” moments when I can’t resist a dish sitting on the table in front of me. I try not to let my “episodes” turn into a full-on binge, but sometimes I can’t help it. After spending a few years fighting the college-fifteen (let’s face it, it’s not just freshmen that gain weight; no one can resist troughs of food), I decided to limit myself to a few slips a month. Two months ago, while making lasagna, I’m pretty sure I overdosed on cheese before the lasagna was even put in the oven. But when is too much cheese actually a bad thing? Never. But the lack of energy and unfortunate muffin top on my jeans the next morning was traumatizing enough to stop my seemingly endless binge. So, when I came across this jaw-dropping (then closing) dish, I knew I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to try something great. Without further adieu, I bring you Truffle Gorgonzola French Fries courtesy of Chef Anthony Sicignano of The Breakers Palm Beach. If you’re going to indulge, do it right.

Truffle Gorgonzola French Fries
Serves 4-6

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
8 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons white truffle oil
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Reduce cream by half and pour hot cream over Gorgonzola Cheese.
2. Fold in truffle oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Toss with hot, well-done fries and serve immediately.

Tip: If you're not a fan of Gorgonzola, try Fontina for a less pungent cheese.