Wensleydale Mushrooms

Wensleydale Mushrooms
  • Author: Elizabeth Guy

Creamy Mushroom and Bacon Gratin is a delightful dish that combines earthy mushrooms and smoky bacon in a velvety cheese sauce. This comforting recipe is perfect for a cozy meal, with a golden-brown, bubbling cheese topping that adds a delicious crunch. Enjoy this gratin served with warm slices of brown bread for a satisfying and flavorful experience.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 50g/2oz butter
  • 150g/5oz mushrooms
  • 3 rashers smoked bacon
  • 35g/1oz plain flour
  • 190ml/6½fl oz milk
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 150g/5oz Wensleydale
  • , to serve brown bread

Instructions

  • Melt the butter over a medium heat, before adding the mushrooms and bacon.
  • When the mushrooms and bacon are cooked through, add the flour and stir in well. Keep stirring for a further couple of minutes to cook the flour.
  • Remove from heat and pour in the milk and some freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Preheat the grill to hot.
  • Put the pan back onto the hob and stir continuously until boiling. Remove from heat and stir in three-quarters of the cheese.
  • Divide the mixture into four ramekins, sprinkle over the remaining cheese and place under the hot grill until golden brown and bubbling. Serve with brown bread.

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Cook Time

10M

Prep Time

PT30M

Yield

Serves 4