Truffle Mac and Cheese

Total Time Prep: 30 min. Cook: 25 min.
Yield 8 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
Arguably one of the most decadent baked pasta dishes out there, creamy and fragrant truffle mac and cheese brings a touch of luxury to the classic comfort food recipe.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1-1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon truffle oil, divided
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced chives, optional

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain; set aside.
  2. In a large saucepot, heat butter over medium heat. Stir in flour; cook until lightly browned, whisking constantly. Gradually add milk; cook and stir until thickened, 3-4 minutes. Stir in cheddar and gruyere, salt, pepper, garlic powder, mustard, nutmeg and 1/2 tablespoon truffle oil until cheese has melted. Stir in cooked macaroni.
  3. Transfer mixture to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine panko, parmesan and remaining 1/2 tablespoons truffle oil. Sprinkle mixture in an even layer on top. Bake until cheese is bubbly and edges are golden brown, 25-30 minutes. If desired, top with chives.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 483 calories, 23g fat (12g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 741mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein.

We love the mellow earthiness truffle adds to this baked mac and cheese, which is equally great for a cozy weeknight meal or fancy dinner party! Green onion adds a little freshness and color on top of the crunchy panko-and-Parmesan crust. —Amber Gaines, Colorado Springs, Colorado
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