Jul 14 2026
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Truffle Mac And Cheese Recipe

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Time1h
Serves8

Make Truffle Mac And Cheese Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Cheese Sauce

Topping

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and add the elbow macaroni. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Cheese Sauce

    In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes until golden and bubbly.

  3. 3

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the whole milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture thickens.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Cheeses

    Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and Gruyère cheese until completely melted and smooth.

  5. 5

    Season the Sauce

    Add the truffle oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to the cheese sauce. Stir well to combine.

  6. 6

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until the pasta is fully coated.

Baking

  1. 7

    Prepare for Baking

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 8

    Prepare Topping

    In a bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and additional truffle oil. Mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.

  3. 9

    Assemble the Dish

    Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased baking dish. Evenly sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the top.

  4. 10

    Bake

    Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

  5. 11

    Garnish and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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