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Truffle Mac and Cheese with Gnocchi

A luxurious twist on the traditional mac and cheese recipe that incorporates gnocchi instead of pasta, featuring a rich white sauce enhanced by black truffle butter.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g Gnocchi A soft Italian dumpling that serves as the comforting base of this dish.
  • 3 tbsp Truffle Butter Adds an exquisite truffle flavor to enrich the sauce.
  • 1.5 tbsp Flour Helps thicken the white sauce for a creamy consistency.
  • 250 ml Milk Forms the foundation of the delicious cheese sauce.
  • 70 g Cheddar (grated) Provides sharpness and depth to the flavor profile.
  • 30 g Parmesan (grated) Enhances creaminess and adds a nutty note.
  • 1 tbsp Parmesan (grated) Additional parmesan for topping.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning to balance the flavors.
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning to balance the flavors.
  • 30 g Breadcrumbs Gives a crispy topping when baked.
  • 1 clove Garlic (crushed) Infuses aromatic flavor into the breadcrumb mixture.
  • 0.5 tbsp Parsley (chopped) Adds freshness and color to garnish.

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C/375°F to ensure even baking.
  2. Cook the gnocchi according to packet instructions until they float, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of truffle butter. Whisk in the flour for a couple of minutes before gradually adding milk, continuing to whisk until thickened into a rich sauce.
  4. In a food processor, combine the remaining truffle butter, breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic, and parsley. Blend until mixed thoroughly.
  5. Add cheddar and additional parmesan to your thickened sauce, stirring until completely melted. Season generously with salt and pepper before mixing in cooked gnocchi.
  6. Transfer your gnocchi mixture into a baking dish and evenly sprinkle on the breadcrumb topping. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until bubbling and golden brown on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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