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Saga cheese is a unique Danish creation blending the creamy softness of brie with the gentle tang of blue cheese. Mild and approachable, it’s perfect for those new to blue cheeses or anyone seeking a versatile, elegant option. Enjoy it on its own, paired with fruit and wine, or in a comforting warm dish like gnocchi with thyme-roasted mushrooms. Saga offers a delicate balance of flavors that surprises and delights cheese lovers.
Ingredients
- 400 g potato gnocchi
- 150 g Saga cheese cut into small pieces
- 200 g mushrooms, sliced button, cremini, or mixed
- 150 ml cream
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- A few sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- A handful of baby spinach or arugula optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C. Toss mushrooms with olive oil, thyme leaves, and salt. Roast on a baking sheet for 20 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
- Boil gnocchi in salted water until they float (about 2–3 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Heat cream over low heat in a pan. Add garlic and mustard, stirring until combined. Add Saga cheese and stir gently until melted into a smooth sauce. Season with black pepper.
- Mix gnocchi and roasted mushrooms into the sauce. Add spinach or arugula if using and let wilt slightly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme or extra black pepper.
Notes
Saga cheese: creamy danish elegance with a whisper of blue 🧀
Some cheeses make a strong first impression. Others sneak up on you, slowly becoming favorites without much noise. Saga cheese is definitely the second kind. It’s soft, smooth, and subtly flavored — a cheese you don’t expect to love as much as you do until it quietly wins you over.
This Danish creation is something of a hybrid. It combines the creamy richness of brie with just a touch of the earthy character found in blue-veined varieties. But don’t worry — it doesn’t hit you with the sharpness or intense scent that some blue cheeses are known for. It’s more... graceful.Not quite brie, not fully blue – and that’s the magic ✨
Saga doesn’t follow tradition too strictly. While many European cheeses have long histories and strict guidelines, this one feels a bit more experimental — in a good way. Developed in Denmark, it sits somewhere between soft-ripened brie and mild blue cheese.A few things that make it stand out:
- The texture is soft and spreadable, almost buttery
- You’ll notice a thin white rind, like brie, but the inside is marbled with faint blue veins
- The flavor is mellow — creamy with just a slight tang
- Aged gently, usually about two months, it develops richness without becoming overpowering
Ways to enjoy it (beyond just eating it off the knife) 🍷🍇
Sure, you can eat Saga straight from the fridge, but it really shines when paired with the right things. Here are a few tried-and-true combinations:- A glass of wine: Dry white wines like Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc work well. Even a soft red like Pinot Noir pairs nicely.
- Fresh fruit: Try it with sliced pear, apple, or grapes. Sweetness balances the mild tang.
- Toasted bread: Warm crusty bread brings out Saga’s soft, melty texture. Add a bit of honey if you like contrast.
- Salads: It crumbles easily and adds richness to green salads, especially those with nuts or vinaigrette.
Sounds delicious! That gnocchi recipe looks especially appealing. I’ll have to keep an eye out for Saga cheese.