Classic Blue Box Large Shells Mac & Cheese with Truffle Oil
Classic Blue Box Large Shells Mac & Cheese with Truffle Oil
45 minutes total
Try this premium take on a shells & cheese dish, featuring a blend of Italian cheeses and truffle oil. Top with toasted panko breadcrumbs and bake in the oven for extra deliciousness.
Macaroni & Cheese Recipes
Ingredients
Serves 7
| 1 | Box Barilla® Classic Blue Box Large Shells |
| 1 | Quart whole milk |
| 2 | Tablespoons all-purpose flour |
| 3 | Tablespoons butter |
| 1 | Cup Romano cheese, grated |
| 2 | Cups provolone cheese, shredded and divided |
| 1 | Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated |
| 2 | Teaspoons truffle oil |
| ½ | Cup panko, toasted with 1 tablespoon butter |
| To taste | Salt and white pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Pre-heat oven to 400º F.
Step 2
Cook pasta two minutes less than package directions and drain.
Step 3
Meanwhile, bring milk to a boil.
Step 4
In a separate saucepan melt butter, add flour, and cook for two minutes over medium heat.
Step 5
Slowly stir in boiling milk, whisking continuously. Boil for 3 minutes after all milk is added. Turn off heat.
Step 6
Stir in truffle oil and three cheeses, but reserve half the provolone on the side. Mix béchamel well until cheese is melted. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in cooked pasta.
Step 7
Pour ½ pasta and cheese mixture in a greased 13” x 9” baking dish. Spread provolone over the first layer then add the remaining pasta mixture.
Step 8
Top with toasted panko and place in the oven for 10 minutes before serving.
Large Shells
A larger version of Barilla® Medium Shells with a shape that resembles a shellfish, Large Shells are inspired by the sea-side towns of Naples and Genoa.
Barilla® Large Shells is made with non-GMO ingredients. For more information, please read our position.
- Shape Large Shells
- Cook time 14–15 mins
- Pack size 16 oz.
- Range Classic Blue Box