Description
This Creamy Holiday Truffle Mac & Cheese Bake is a luxurious twist on the classic comfort food, perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy nights in. Rich, creamy, and infused with the delightful aroma of truffles, it’s sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
8 oz elbow macaroni
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons truffle oil
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
Instructions
1.
2. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. 2. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
4. 3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
5. 4. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until bubbly.
6. 5. Gradually whisk in the milk, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, nutmeg, and salt.
7. 6. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
8. 7. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar and Gruyère cheeses until melted.
9. 8. Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix well.
10. 9. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
11. 10. In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, truffle oil, and parsley.
12. 11. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the mac and cheese.
13. 12. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
14. 13. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
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Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding cooked bacon or mushrooms to the mac and cheese.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Truffle oil can be adjusted based on your preference for truffle flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: mac and cheese, creamy, holiday, truffle