DIY Guy Fieri Munchy Main

 
Mmmmmm... That's the sound all our Sugar Bay campers are making this week as we indulge in our delicious Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives themed holiday camp. From aromatic scents to cheesy eats and chocolate treats... we've got them all plated up!



In celebration of the theme, we have decided to share three, exclusive gourmet recipes from all around the world, from the food man himself, Guy Fieri for you to try out as a three course meal.

Inspired by Italy Day... Here's an Italian-inspired main that will make your tummy cry out “yummy!”

Italian-Inspired Main: Mac Daddy Mac n' Cheese – By Guy 

Ingredients:
  • 2 shallots, peeled
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • teaspoon olive oil
  • 3 pieces bacon, diced, cooked, reserving 1 tablespoon bacon fat
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 4 cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 packet of pasta, cooked
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions:
  1.   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

  1. Place shallots and garlic in a small aluminium foil pouch and drizzle with olive oil. Roast 20 to 30 minutes or until tender.

  2. Remove from foil and chop. 
     
  3. In a large saute pan, reheat reserved bacon fat over medium heat. Add roasted shallot and garlic and saute for 1 minute. Add flour and stir for 1 minute. 
     
  4. Whisk in heavy cream and thyme. Reduce by a third. 
     
  5. Stir in cheeses until melted, creamy and thickened. 
     
  6. Season to taste with salt and pepper. 
     
  7. Remove from heat and gently stir in pasta. Place in a casserole dish. 
     
  8. In a small bowl, mix together diced bacon, bread crumbs, butter and parsley. 
     
  9. Top Mac n Cheese with mixture and bake uncovered at same heat until bubbling and lightly browned on top, 20 to 25 minutes.

Certainly a foodie's feast! 

Our April camps may be over, but we're ending our May camp with one big bang! Check out our exclusive best of the best Spin n Win week featuring some of the best past camp themes and prizes galore. Get inspired to join us, watch our Themed Holiday Camp Playlist to get an idea of exactly what we get up to. Our amazing counselors cannot wait to have you here. 
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