Indulgent Truffle Macaroni and Cheese
This indulgent truffle macaroni and cheese is a creamy and flavorful dish, perfect for cheese lovers. It's rich, comforting, and topped with a crunchy panko layer.
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 2 tbsp truffle oil
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- Melt the unsalted butter in the same pot over medium heat and whisk in the flour for 2 minutes.
- Gradually add the whole milk while whisking to avoid lumps, cooking until thickened.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
- Lower heat and add sharp cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan cheeses, stirring until melted.
- Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce and drizzle with truffle oil.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Combine panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the mac and cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy on top.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For an elegant touch, serve in individual ramekins.