How to Make Four-Cheese Truffled Macaroni and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for generations. It's creamy, indulgent, and satisfying, making it the ultimate soul-warming dish. And while a traditional mac and cheese is delicious on its own, adding a touch of truffle and a variety of cheeses takes this beloved dish to a whole new level of luxury and flavor.

Enter the Four-Cheese Truffled Macaroni and Cheese. This indulgent recipe features a creamy blend of four different ty...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package cavatappi (corkscrew macaroni)
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 5 ½ cups milk, divided
  • 2 ½ cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese
  • 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • ½ cup dry bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon truffle oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook cavatappi in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  • While the pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large pot over medium-low heat. Whisk flour into melted butter until mixture has a thick, paste-like consistency, about 30 seconds. Slowly whisk in 2 cups milk until smooth. Stir in remaining milk, increase the heat to medium-high, and cook, whisking constantly, until thick and almost boiling, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Add Gouda, Cheddar, Swiss, and 1 cup Parmesan; stir until cheeses melt and sauce is smooth. Fold in cooked cavatappi until coated. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Stir remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs together in a small bowl; sprinkle over cavatappi mixture, then drizzle truffle oil over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbling and topping is golden, about 30 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    565 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 19g
    • Cholesterol: 98mg
    • Sodium: 646mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 700mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 260mg