Mac & Cheese Dumplings Recipe
Elevated Comfort Food! 4 Hand-Folded Cavatappi Pasta dumplings with an International blend of Piave Vecchio (Italian Cheese similar to Parmiggiano), Cave-Aged Gruyere (Swiss) and a Grass-fed cave-aged Cheddar (upstate NY) served with a creamy, decadent Caramelized Chive and Cheese dipping sauce.
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Ingredients
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Dumplings
Method
Dumplings Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cavatappi pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside to cool.
- 2
Prepare the Cheese Filling
In a large bowl, combine the Piave Vecchio, Gruyere, and Cheddar cheeses. Add the cooked pasta, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Form the Dumplings
Take small portions of the cheese and pasta mixture and hand-fold them into dumpling shapes or use a mold if available. Ensure they are sealed properly.
- 4
Boil the Dumplings
Bring a pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Carefully drop the dumplings into the water and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
- 5
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and transfer to a serving plate. Serve warm with the dipping sauce.
