Truffle Macaroni and Cheese - Our Approach to Senior Living

Truffle Macaroni and Cheese
Created by Executive Chef Dean La Russa Classic Residence by Hyatt in Palo Alto Serves 8
Ingredients: 1 pound macaroni 3 ounces unsalted butter 6 tablespoons flour 4 cups 2% low-fat milk pinch nutmeg 3/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese pinch of salt and pepper to taste Crumb topping 1/2 cup bread crumbs tablespoon unsalted butter 1-1/2 teaspoons oil -- white truffle oil Directions: Slightly undercook the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. In a medium saucepot, melt 3 ounces of unsalted butter then add flour. Cook the mixture over medium heat about 4 minutes. Add milk, nutmeg and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. When the milk boils, turn down the heat and continue cooking until the mixture thickens. Whisk in both cheeses and season the mixture with salt and pepper. Stir the cheese sauce into the pasta and place in a 9" x 13" baking dish or 8 individual serving dishes. Combine crumb topping ingredients and toss. Sprinkle crumb topping over the top and bake in a 350�F for 20 minutes or until topping is a deep golden brown. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information: Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 480 Calories; 19g Fat (35.7% calories from fat); 19g Protein; 58g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 49mg Cholesterol; 330mg Sodium. Exchanges: 3 1/2 Grain (Starch); 1 Lean Meat; 1/2 Non-Fat Milk; 3 Fat.
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