Calling all cheese lovers! Truffled macaroni and cheese is the ultimate comfort food sure to satisfy your taste buds. Whether it's for dinner or lunch, this dish promises creamy, cheesy indulgence with a luxurious twist. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where tender pasta meets a rich, velvety sauce infused with aromatic truffle flavors. Prepare to be amazed as you dive into this savory and flavorful masterpiece.
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TRUFFLED MACARONI AND CHEESE
A more grown-up version of a favorite dish. Nice as a side for Thanksgiving or Christmas. The truffle oil definitely makes it more expensive, but it's worth it.
Provided by xtine
Categories Cheese
Time 50m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook macaroni according to package directions.
- Toss macaroni with truffle oil & set aside.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion & cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add the bacon & the flour, combine well & cook for 1 minute.
- Whisk in the milk & chicken broth, stirring continuously. Bring to a boil. When the mixture comes to a boil, take off the heat & stir in the mustard, salt, pepper & cheeses. Stir well until all the cheese melts & is well incorporated into the sauce.
- Mix together the sauce and the macaroni and pour into a greased baking dish.
- Bake at 350 for 20 minutes.
FOUR-CHEESE TRUFFLED MACARONI AND CHEESE
This is one of my favorite things to make once the weather gets a chill in the air. It's great for cheese-lovers (like myself) and works great as leftovers or at dinner parties! Truffle oil has by far been one of the best culinary purchases I have made. One little bottle has lasted me a year, and can be used with so many things, like this recipe. Top with a pinch of truffle salt!
Provided by Hilary van Santen
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Macaroni and Cheese Recipes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook cavatappi in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium-low heat. Whisk flour into butter until mixture has a thick, paste-like consistency, about 30 seconds. Slowly whisk 2 cups milk into butter-flour mixture until smooth. Stir in remaining milk, increase heat to medium high, and cook, whisking constantly, until mixture is thick and almost boiling, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Stir Gouda cheese, Cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, and 1 cup Parmesan cheese into milk mixture until cheese melts and cheese sauce is smooth. Fold cavatappi into cheese sauce; pour mixture into prepared baking dish.
- Stir remaining Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs together in a small bowl. Sprinkle bread crumbs mixture over cavatappi mixture and drizzle truffle oil over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbling, about 30 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 565.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 98.1 mg, Fat 31.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 18.7 g, Sodium 646.1 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
TRUFFLED MACARONI AND CHEESE
Steps:
- cook macaroni according to instructions on package. Set aside. In a heavy bottomed pot, heat canola oil over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and brown, turning once, three to four minutes. Remove and set aside (not fully cooked at this point) Add onion, garlic, and thyme and cook until onion is transparent, four to five minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring frequently, for another 2 minutes. Return chicken to pot, add stock , and bring to a simmer, scraping b ottom of pot to remove any brown bits. Simmer gently to thicken, about 15 minutes. Remove thighs, now fully cooked, and set aside. Whisk cream into sauce and simmer to thicken, at least 5 minutes. Strain sauce into a large bowl (discarding onion, garlic, and thyme sprigs) and whisk in cheese immediately. Pick chicken meat from the bones and stir into sauce, along with the macaroni. Season to taste. Just before serving, stir in the truffle oil.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the macaroni and cheese will taste. Use a good quality pasta, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh black truffles.
- Cook the pasta al dente: The pasta should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. This will help prevent it from becoming mushy in the macaroni and cheese.
- Make a roux: A roux is a mixture of butter and flour that helps to thicken the sauce. This will give the macaroni and cheese a creamy and rich texture.
- Use a variety of cheeses: In addition to cheddar, you can also use other cheeses in your macaroni and cheese, such as Parmesan, Gruyère, or Asiago. This will add depth and flavor to the dish.
- Add truffles: Truffles are a luxurious ingredient that will add a unique flavor to your macaroni and cheese. You can use fresh truffles, truffle oil, or truffle salt.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as chives, parsley, or thyme, can add a pop of color and flavor to your macaroni and cheese.
Conclusion:
Truffled macaroni and cheese is a decadent and luxurious dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make the best truffled macaroni and cheese that will impress your friends and family.
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