We have this new restaurant near us called mac n brewz. The whole menu is different mac n cheese recipes. If you can think of it then they can make it. I ordered a baked truffle mac n cheese that literally made me rethink my carb intake. This dish was not in the least bit dry and the flavors were out of this world. The wild mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes and parmesan crust were worthy of the best Italian fare I have ever been blessed to eat. This is a must make recipe. Kids food fit for an adult. This is not your kid’s Kraft mac n cheese!
Baked Truffle Macaroni and Cheese
Wild Mushrooms, Sun Dried Tomatoes & Cheese Blend tossed with Pasta in a Creamy Truffle Sauce.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Adjust Servings: 8 -10
Calories: 461kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb conchiglie small shells
- 2 tablespoons truffle oil white or black, divided
- 5 tablespoons butter divided
- 1 clove garlic very finely chopped
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
- Truffle salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 3-3/4 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 6 ounces fontina coarsely grated
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cut into small cubes
- 1 tablespoon light olive oil
- 1 clove garlic very finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
optional additions:
- sundried red tomatoes
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the conchiglie and cook until tender but not soft (al dente). Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon of the truffle oil. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and generously butter a 2-1/2 or 3-quart baking dish.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the sliced mushrooms and continue cooking until nicely browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Season with truffle salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Heat the milk in the microwave or a separate saucepan until very warm, but not scalded. Set aside.
- Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Sprinkle in the flour and blend with a whisk until well combined. Continue cooking, whisking constantly, until the mixture develops a pale golden color, 3 to 4 minutes. Gradually add the warmed milk, whisking continually until well blended.
- Continue cooking, whisking frequently, until the sauce is smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 7 to 8 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the pan with a spatula once or twice during cooking to ensure there are no lumps in your sauce. Season to taste with truffle salt.
- Reduce the heat to low, add the fontina and stir until completely melted. Add the mozzarella cubes, a few at a time, stirring until melted after each addition. Add the reserved mushroom mixture, stir until smooth, then add the pasta and combine well.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake uncovered for 15 minutes.
- While the macaroni bakes, heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, 1 minute. Add the breadcrumbs and toss to combine. Continue cooking, stirring often, until the crumbs are lightly toasted, 2 minutes longer.
- Remove the macaroni and cheese from the oven, top with the crumb mixture and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of truffle oil. Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Allow the macaroni and cheese to rest for 5 to 7 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Nutrition
Serving: 1Cup | Calories: 461kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g (14%) | Protein: 20g (40%) | Fat: 23g (35%) | Saturated Fat: 13g (65%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6.3g | Trans Fat: 0.6g | Cholesterol: 82mg (27%) | Sodium: 426mg (18%) | Potassium: 181mg (5%) | Fiber: 2.2g (9%) | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 17% | Vitamin C: 0.1% | Calcium: 31% | Iron: 10%
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Amber Harrop
May 9, 2017 at 4:40 PMBelieve it or not, I have never made mac and cheese even with my families love of pasta but I would definitely try this recipe Marilyn
Marilyn
May 9, 2017 at 5:01 PMIt is so easy! Iam sure you wold love it. Have a great day!
Kileen
May 9, 2017 at 12:06 PMMac and cheese is one of my all time favorites. This one sounds delicious! Thank you for sharing at Ravenwould.
Marilyn
May 9, 2017 at 12:15 PMYou are welcome Kileen. I am glad you enjoyed the recipe. Have a great day!
Miz Helen
May 9, 2017 at 11:04 AMWhat a special Mac & Cheese,this looks amazing! Hope you are having a great day and thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday!
Come Back Soon,
Miz Helen
Marilyn
May 9, 2017 at 12:14 PMThank you Miz Helen. Have a great day!
Carol ("Mimi")
May 7, 2017 at 8:12 PMThis recipe looks so delicious. I love regular mac ‘n cheese, and this recipe has all kinds of other yummy ingredients. Thanks for linking up at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I’m sharing your post on social media.
Marilyn
May 9, 2017 at 12:13 PMThank you for the kind words. I know if you try it you will love it! Have a great day!
Michelle
May 6, 2017 at 4:55 AMOkay, I have a confession to make. I thought truffles were some kind of sweet. LOL, thanks Marilyn. You just saved me from making a fool of myself. Your truffle mac and cheese sounds delicious
Marilyn
May 6, 2017 at 1:10 PMI always thought the only kind of truffle was a candy ball with a chocolate covering. So you are right!! But this one is a mushroom that is hard to find and a bit expensive. The oil is better. ???? I am glad you enjoyed this recipe. Have a great week.
Grammy Dee
May 4, 2017 at 6:40 AMYummy! Thank you for attending the #WednesdayAIMLinkParty. I shared your post.
Marilyn
May 4, 2017 at 1:22 PMThank you for hosting! Have a great week!
Melisa
May 3, 2017 at 9:10 PMThis looks like another delicious recipe Marilyn! Thanks for sharing at the Family Joy Blog Link Party this week. Hope to see you next week!!
Marilyn
May 4, 2017 at 1:21 PMThank you Melisa! Have a great week!
Sandra Garth
May 3, 2017 at 6:56 PMHow decadent!
Marilyn
May 3, 2017 at 8:30 PMYou said it! Have a great week!
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond
May 3, 2017 at 6:24 PMI love the idea of Truffle oil as it is quite exotic Marilyn and the recipe looks delicious. Thanks for sharing at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty, I’ve shared on Social media.
Marilyn
May 3, 2017 at 6:49 PMThank you Sue for the kind words. And congrats on the new party!! Have a great week!
Leanna
May 3, 2017 at 3:37 PMSomeone rich is going to write you and ask you to be their personal chef. Every post looks so tasty Marilyn.
Marilyn
May 3, 2017 at 4:33 PMOoh! Thx. I would love to be that chef. You are too sweet Leanna!
Marilyn
May 3, 2017 at 4:34 PMThank you Leanna for the kind thoughts. I would love that. Have a great day!
Audrey
May 2, 2017 at 3:42 PMI have never tried truffle oil, but would like to. I am not sure my guys would appreciate it though.
Marilyn
May 2, 2017 at 4:13 PMI am sure you could substitute it. I had it as a gift but I hate buying something for just one recipe. Thanks Audrey! Have a great week!
kristin mccarthy
May 2, 2017 at 10:12 AMAll I want in life right now is to eat a giant bowl of this…on the couch..in sweat…watching Netflix.
Marilyn
May 2, 2017 at 2:49 PMThe perfect day of comfort! Thanks Kristin. Enjoy your week!
Donna
May 1, 2017 at 3:43 PMI LOVE macaroni and cheese. Thanks for sharing this new twist on an old classic. And thank you for sharing on #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty!
Marilyn
May 1, 2017 at 7:29 PMI am glad it spoke to you Donna! See you at the next party. Have a great day!
Clearissa Coward
May 1, 2017 at 2:09 PMThis looks yummy. Thank you for sharing with #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I’ve shared your post on social media.
Marilyn
May 1, 2017 at 2:36 PMThank you Clearissa. I wouldn’t miss your party. I love to share with you! Have a great day!
Clearissa Coward
May 1, 2017 at 7:09 PMThank you Marilyn. I appreciate you.
Jess
May 1, 2017 at 12:36 PMI bet this is heavenly! 🙂
I would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Marilyn
May 1, 2017 at 2:06 PMThanks jess. It is a great comfort food. I love to share with you! Have a great day!
Grammy Dee
May 1, 2017 at 9:41 AMThank you Marilyn for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I shared this post on Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, and Twitter.
Marilyn
May 1, 2017 at 2:06 PMI love to share with you! Have a great day!
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome
April 30, 2017 at 2:27 PMThis sounds fabulous Marilyn!! Wouldn’t it be great to get your hands on some fresh truffles to grate on top?? Mmmmm…. Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner link up!
Marilyn
April 30, 2017 at 7:03 PMIf I could find some truffles and afford them! Wow. Thanks Helen. See you later.
Gentle Joy Homemaker
April 29, 2017 at 10:43 AMSounds really good…. maybe too good???!!!! 🙂 I, too, have been figuring out more tasty mac and cheese versions and we love them… and moderation is the key. 🙂 Thank you for sharing this.
Marilyn
April 29, 2017 at 9:20 PMWe need to make a lot of comfort, fast and cheap meals. This mac n cheese challenge has been a lot of fun. I would love to see yours! Have a great week!