Decadent Four-Cheese Truffled Mac and Cheese
Ingredients List
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1 (16 ounce) package cavatappi (corkscrew macaroni)
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6 tablespoons butter
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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5 ½ cups milk, divided
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2 ½ cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese
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2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
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1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese
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1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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½ cup dry bread crumbs
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1 tablespoon truffle oil
Cooking Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cavatappi pasta, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain well.
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In a separate pot, melt butter over medium-low heat. Stir in flour to form a smooth paste, about 30 seconds. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk and cook, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens and is nearly boiling, 5 to 10 minutes.
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Stir in the Gouda, Cheddar, Swiss, and 1 cup of Parmesan cheese, continuing to stir until the cheeses have fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Add the cooked cavatappi and mix until the pasta is well coated. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
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In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs. Sprinkle this mixture over the pasta and drizzle with truffle oil for extra flavor.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the topping is golden. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information (per portion)
| 565 | Calories |
| 31g | Fat |
| 43g | Carbs |
| 29g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
| Calories 565 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 31g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat 19g | 94% |
| Cholesterol 98mg | 33% |
| Sodium 646mg | 28% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 6% |
| Total Sugars 7g | |
| Protein 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium 700mg | 54% |
| Iron 1mg | 4% |
| Potassium 260mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5