Honestly Tasty | Gourmet Gnocchi Mac and Cheese with Mushroom Bacon

Course Description:

Dive into the world of gourmet plant based cuisine with our Gnocchi Mac and Cheese course, featuring the award-winning Honestly Tasty’s Shamembert and Garlic and Herb cheeses. This luxurious dish combines the creamy, rich flavors of top-notch plant-based cheeses with the satisfying crunch of homemade mushroom bacon and the comfort of gnocchi. Perfect for a family dinner, a special occasion, or any time you want to indulge in a decadent, dairy-free dish.

Key Features:

• Cheese Selection: Utilizes Honestly Tasty’s Shamembert and Garlic and Herb cheeses, celebrated for their rich flavors and creamy textures in the plant based cheese market.
• Cooking Techniques: Learn to create a roux-based cheese sauce, marinate and cook mushroom bacon, and perfectly pan-fry gnocchi for optimal crispness.
• Flavor Profiles: Explore the blending of savory, smoky, and creamy elements to achieve a complex and hearty dish.

What You’ll Need:

• Ingredients from the comprehensive shopping list divided by aisles for easy shopping.
• Kitchen tools including a saucepan, cast iron skillet, blender or food processor, and standard baking utensils.

Time Commitment:

• Preparation Time: 25 minutes (includes preparing cheese sauce and mushroom bacon)
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes (baking time for the combined dish)
• Total Course Time: Approximately 45 minutes

Serving Size:

• This recipe serves 4 people generously, making it a perfect main course for family meals or dinner parties.

Why Choose This Course: Choosing this course allows you to experience the luxury of gourmet plant based cheese from an award-winning brand, Honestly Tasty, in a recipe that’s both satisfying and simple to prepare. Whether you are a seasoned cook looking to expand your recipe repertoire or a newcomer curious about high-quality plant based alternatives, this course provides valuable culinary skills and a delicious result.

About Honestly Tasty Cheese:

Honestly Tasty is a beloved brand known for its delicious and innovative plant-based cheeses, currently available across the UK. If you’re whipping up recipes in the UK, you can easily find their range of products, including the Shamembert and Garlic and Herb Cheeses used in our Gnocchi Mac and Cheese recipe, at local supermarkets and health food stores.

For those located outside the UK, don’t worry if Honestly Tasty isn’t available in your area. You can substitute with equivalent plant-based cheeses that are accessible in your local markets. Look for plant based cheeses that melt well and offer a rich, creamy texture similar to Honestly Tasty’s offerings to ensure your dish turns out delightful and flavourful.