Taleggio potato parcels

Gluten Free
Health score
5%
Taleggio potato parcels
40 min.
8
300kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious side dish that combines rich flavors and is sure to impress your guests, these Taleggio potato parcels are the perfect choice. Packed with creamy Taleggio cheese, crispy bacon, and aromatic thyme, all wrapped up in a convenient parcel, this recipe brings out the best of comforting potatoes in a way that's both satisfying and easy to make. The best part? It’s gluten-free, so it’s great for everyone at the table.

Whether you're preparing for a family dinner or a summer barbecue, this dish has you covered. It can be made ahead of time, saving you valuable cooking minutes on the day of your event. The fragrant combination of tender potatoes, savory bacon, and gooey cheese encased in a foil parcel guarantees a burst of flavor in every bite. Plus, it’s versatile—either grill it on the barbecue for that smoky outdoor flavor or roast it in the oven for a warm, cozy meal.

This recipe is perfect for those who appreciate a hearty, yet simple side dish that’s both satisfying and full of flavor. The creamy Taleggio cheese melts perfectly into the potatoes, while the bacon adds a crisp and savory touch. Whether you’re serving it as a complement to a main course or enjoying it as a standalone treat, Taleggio potato parcels are sure to be a hit at your next meal.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kg baby potatoes 
  •  bacon cubed chopped
  • 175 taleggio cheese diced
  •  thyme sprigs 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil, add the potatoes, then boil for 10 mins or until just starting to soften.
  2. Drain and cool.
  3. Cut out 8 x 30cm squares of foil and the same of greaseproof paper.
  4. Lay a piece of greaseproof on top of each square of foil, then divide the potatoes between them. Scatter with the bacon, Taleggio and thyme. Season well, then seal together the sides of the foil to make a parcel. Can be prepared up to a day ahead.
  5. Put the parcels to one side of the barbecue and cook for 20 mins. If it rains, roast the parcels in the oven at 200C/fan 180C/gas 6 for about 30 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Calories300kcal
Protein13.82%
Fat42.49%
Carbs43.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.09
Glycemic Load
24.03
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
11.795652075954%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
1.5mg
Quercetin
1.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:299.69kcal
14.98%
Fat:14.39g
22.13%
Saturated Fat:6.89g
43.03%
Carbohydrates:33.28g
11.09%
Net Carbohydrates:29.02g
10.55%
Sugar:1.46g
1.63%
Cholesterol:31.8mg
10.6%
Sodium:414.89mg
18.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.53g
21.05%
Vitamin C:38.54mg
46.71%
Vitamin B6:0.62mg
30.76%
Potassium:839.03mg
23.97%
Fiber:4.26g
17.06%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.32%
Calcium:145.77mg
14.58%
Vitamin B3:2.88mg
14.4%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.08%
Phosphorus:139.62mg
13.96%
Magnesium:47.37mg
11.84%
Copper:0.22mg
10.86%
Vitamin A:485.96IU
9.72%
Iron:1.73mg
9.6%
Folate:30.45µg
7.61%
Selenium:4.98µg
7.12%
Vitamin B5:0.68mg
6.81%
Zinc:0.82mg
5.48%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.85%
Vitamin K:3.56µg
3.39%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.83%