Description
Indulge in a gourmet twist on a classic favorite with this Truffle Mac and Cheese with Gnocchi. This delightful dish combines the creamy comfort of traditional mac and cheese with the luxurious flavor of truffle butter, creating an unforgettable meal that’s perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions. Topped with crunchy breadcrumbs and baked until golden brown, each bite is a harmonious blend of rich cheese and delicate truffle essence. Easy to prepare in under 35 minutes, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g Gnocchi
- 3 tbsp Truffle Butter
- 1 1/2 tbsp Flour
- 250 ml Milk
- 70 g Cheddar (grated)
- 30 g plus 1 tbsp Parmesan (grated)
- Salt and Pepper
- 30 g Breadcrumbs
- 1 clove Garlic (crushed)
- 1/2 tbsp Parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190°C/375°F.
- Cook the gnocchi according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of truffle butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk for about two minutes until it forms a paste.
- Gradually whisk in milk until the sauce thickens. Stir in cheddar and parmesan until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Fold in cooked gnocchi until well coated.
- In a food processor, combine remaining truffle butter, breadcrumbs, garlic, and parsley; blend until mixed but chunky.
- Transfer gnocchi mixture to a baking dish, top with breadcrumb mix, and bake for 10–15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg