Indulgence in Every Bite: Truffle Macaroni Cheese
If comfort food had a luxury edition, this would be it. Truffle macaroni cheese takes everything you love about the classic dish—gooey cheese, tender pasta, golden crust—and elevates it with the unmistakable aroma and earthy richness of truffle. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, treating yourself on a cosy night in, or looking to impress with a simple-yet-sophisticated side, this dish is your golden ticket to gourmet comfort. Let’s dive into a recipe that proves elegance and ease can absolutely go hand in hand.
Ingredients
60g butter
40g ‘00 flour
800ml milk
20g cheddar cheese, grated
100g parmesan cheese, grated
Nutmeg, grated
80g La Rustichella Black Truffle Paté
400g short pasta
Breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper to taste
Method
1. In a saucepan, make a béchamel sauce
- melt the butter, stir in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly flour.
- Add the milk whisking continuously;
- add the grated cheddar, Parmesan cheese, pepper, nutmeg, salt and the truffle paté.
2. Heat another saucepan with plenty of salted water, cook the pasta, drain it and pour it into a bowl with the cheddar béchamel. Mix together.
3. Grease a baking pan, pour the pasta on top and sprinkle the surface with breadcrumbs and put in the oven at 180℃, until a golden crust forms on the surface (about 20 minutes).
4. Remove from the oven and serve.
