Truffle Macaroni Cheese Delight (Print Version)

Creamy macaroni blended with Gruyère, cheddar, Parmesan and infused with aromatic truffle oil.

# Components:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz elbow macaroni

→ Cheese Sauce

02 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
03 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
04 - 2 cups whole milk
05 - 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
06 - 1 cup grated sharp white cheddar cheese
07 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
09 - 1 tsp sea salt
10 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1½ tbsp truffle oil, plus more for drizzling

→ Topping

12 - ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
13 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
14 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
15 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Butter a 2-quart baking dish.
02 - Boil macaroni following package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
03 - In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
04 - Gradually whisk in milk, stirring constantly until smooth and slightly thickened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat. Stir in Gruyère, cheddar, Parmesan, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and truffle oil until smooth and cheese is melted.
06 - Add cooked macaroni to the sauce and stir to coat thoroughly.
07 - Pour macaroni mixture into prepared baking dish.
08 - Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and Parmesan. Sprinkle evenly over macaroni.
09 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until topping is golden brown and sauce is bubbling.
10 - Allow to rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle additional truffle oil and sprinkle with parsley before serving if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Luxurious blend of cheeses for extra creamy texture
  • Infused with aromatic truffle oil for gourmet flavor
02 -
  • Contains dairy and gluten from cheese and pasta
  • Check labels of cheese and truffle oil for allergens or cross-contamination if sensitive
03 -
  • Use a few drops of truffle oil just before serving for a stronger aroma
  • Swap Gruyère for Fontina or Emmental for a new cheese profile
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