Truffle Mac & Cheese with Cascatelli

This decadent Truffle Mac & Cheese is a dream for pasta lovers and truffle fans alike. Made with @eatbanza's Cascatelli for maximum sauce hold, the dish features a creamy garlic and heavy cream base seasoned with paprika and garlic/onion powder. A luxurious blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan melts into the sauce, finished with truffle oil and shavings for that signature earthy flavor. It’s indulgent, elegant, and surprisingly easy to pull off—perfect for a cozy night in or special occasion.

Author: These Carbs Don't Count

Category: Pasta

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 2 bowls

Calories: 1,496 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 box - Banza Cascatelli pasta
4 tablespoon - unsalted butter
2 cloves - garlic
1 ½ cup - heavy cream
⅛ - Salt
⅛ - Black pepper
½ teaspoon - paprika
½ teaspoon - garlic powder
½ teaspoon - onion powder
1 cup - cheddar cheese
1 cup - mozzarella cheese
½ cup - Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon - truffle oil
⅛ - Fresh truffle shavings
½ cup - reserved pasta water

Instructions

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and drain.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Add cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy.
Drizzle in truffle oil and add fresh truffle shavings if using. Mix well.
Add the cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss to coat thoroughly.
Simmer for a couple more minutes to thicken. Serve hot, topped with more Parmesan and truffle if desired.