Canadian Taleggio Gratin
A rich and creamy Canadian-inspired gratin featuring the Italian cheese Taleggio.
Ingredients
- ●1/2 cup (115g) Taleggio cheese
- ●6 ounces (170g) Canadian bacon
- ●2 tablespoons (30g) all-purpose flour
- ●2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
- ●1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- ● grated nutmegto taste
- ● saltto taste
- ● fresh parsleychopped, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Cook Canadian bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
- 3
In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to make a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- 4
Slowly pour in heavy cream, whisking constantly. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes or until thickened.
- 5
Remove from heat and stir in Taleggio cheese until melted. Season with salt and nutmeg.
- 6
In a 9x13 inch baking dish, arrange Canadian bacon in a single layer.
- 7
Pour Taleggio cream over the bacon and top with a sprinkle of grated nutmeg.
- 8
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbly.
- 9
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
- 10
Serve immediately and enjoy!