Truffle Macaroni and Cheese – The AI Gourmet
Truffle Macaroni and Cheese
A decadent macaroni and cheese dish featuring black truffle and a blend of gourmet cheeses.
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- 8 ounces about 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons truffle oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon black truffle salt adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, heat the truffle oil and butter over medium heat until the butter is melted. Add the flour and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes to create a roux, a smooth paste.
- Slowly pour in the whole milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Reduce the heat to low, then add the shredded Gruyère and sharp white cheddar cheeses. Stir until the cheeses are completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Season the cheese sauce with black truffle salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference for truffle flavour.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to coat the pasta evenly.
- Transfer the truffle macaroni and cheese to a greased baking dish or individual ramekins if desired.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- Garnish with fresh chives or parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
