Truffle Mac and Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate truffle mac and cheese with this easy 3-step recipe! Rich, creamy, and packed with gourmet flavor for a luxurious meal.
Ingredients
- - 12 oz elbow macaroni or cavatappi
- - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- - 2 cups whole milk
- - 1 cup heavy cream
- - 1 teaspoon salt
- - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- - 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- - 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- - 1 tablespoon truffle oil white or black truffle oil
- Breadcrumb Topping:
- - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- - 1/4 teaspoon salt
- - 1 tablespoon chopped parsley optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Before you start cooking, it’s important to prepare your kitchen. Here’s what you need to do:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni: Bring water to a boil in a large pot, adding a pinch of salt. Cook the elbow macaroni until it is al dente, according to package instructions. Then, drain and set aside.
Making the Cheese Sauce
- Now it’s time to create that luscious cheese sauce that will coat your pasta in rich, gooey goodness. Follow these steps:
- Melt the butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add flour: Whisk in the flour, stirring continuously for about 1-2 minutes. This will create a roux that helps thicken your sauce.
- Gradually add milk and cream: Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream while whisking to avoid lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken.
- Incorporate the cheese: Stir in the cheddar and Gruyère cheese, mixing until completely melted and creamy.
- Season: Add the truffle oil, salt, and pepper to taste. The truffle oil is what makes this dish special, so don’t be shy with it!
Combining and Baking
- Now that you have your cheese sauce ready, it’s time to bring everything together.
- Mix pasta and cheese sauce: In a large bowl, toss the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce, stirring thoroughly to coat each piece evenly.
- Transfer to a baking dish: Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Put the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Your truffle mac and cheese is ready to enjoy! Let it rest for a