Truffle Mac and Cheese Recipe
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Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- 2
Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions, and set it aside.
- 3
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add the flour and whisk until smooth.
- 5
Gradually add the lukewarm milk and whisk constantly for about 5-7 minutes or until the mixture thickens and forms a smooth sauce.
- 6
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, dried thyme, and truffle oil and whisk to combine.
- 7
Add the Gruyere cheese and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese to the sauce and stir until fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
- 8
Add the whipping cream and continue stirring until the sauce is well blended.
- 9
Add the cooked macaroni to the saucepan and stir until the macaroni is well coated with the sauce.
- 10
Transfer the mac and cheese to a large baking dish and sprinkle the truffle-infused Panko breadcrumbs over the top.
- 11
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and the mac and cheese is piping hot.
- 12
Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Flavor Profile
This dish features a strong and indulgent combination of truffle oil, Gruyere cheese, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. The subtle garlic and onion powder complement the cheese flavors perfectly, while the dried thyme adds an earthy note. The dish is further enhanced with the addition of truffle-infused Panko breadcrumbs, which provide a crunchy texture to balance out the creaminess of the mac and cheese. Enjoy!
