eCook Meal
Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese
with garlicky toasted breadcrumbs & a balsamic salad
This truffle mac & cheese is a restaurant-style dish that will have you going back for seconds! Topped with crispy garlicky breadcrumbs and a flavourful side salad of green leaves & tomato in a balsamic dressing.
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
MAKE THE MAC
In a pot, add the Milk, 200ml of water, the Macaroni and a small pinch of salt. Place over a medium-high heat and bring up to a boil. Lower the heat and leave to simmer for 10-15 minutes until the macaroni is al dente, mixing occasionally.
MAKE THE CRUMB
Place a pan over a medium-high heat with 20g of butter and a drizzle of oil. Once melted, add the grated Garlic and fry for 1 minute until fragrant, shifting constantly. Add the breadcrumbs and fry for 2-3 minutes, until lightly toasted. Remove from the heat. Add the chopped Parsley, ½ the Italian-style cheese, and season to taste. Toss until fully combined.
CHEESE TIME
Once the Macaroni is al dente, mix through the cream, the cheddar cheese and the remaining Italian-style cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted. Remove from the heat and season.
TOSS THE SALAD
In a bowl, place the rinsed green leaves, diced tomato, the balsamic vinegar, and a drizzle of olive oil. Season to taste and toss to coat.
LUXURIOUS FEAST
Dish up a hearty portion of the creamy mac & cheese. Top with a drizzle of truffle oil and the garlicky toasted breadcrumbs. Serve with the balsamic and tomato salad on the side. Tuck in, Chef!
MAKE THE MAC
In a pot, add the Milk, 300ml of water, the Macaroni and a small pinch of salt. Place over a medium-high heat and bring up to a boil. Lower the heat and leave to simmer for 10-15 minutes until the macaroni is al dente, mixing occasionally.
MAKE THE CRUMB
Place a pan over a medium-high heat with 30g of butter and a drizzle of oil. Once melted, add the grated Garlic and fry for 1 minute until fragrant, shifting constantly. Add the breadcrumbs and fry for 2-3 minutes, until lightly toasted. Remove from the heat. Add the chopped Parsley, ½ the Italian-style cheese, and season to taste. Toss until fully combined.
CHEESE TIME
Once the Macaroni is al dente, mix through the cream, the cheddar cheese and the remaining Italian-style cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted. Remove from the heat and season.
TOSS THE SALAD
In a bowl, place the rinsed green leaves, diced tomato, the balsamic vinegar, and a drizzle of olive oil. Season to taste and toss to coat.
LUXURIOUS FEAST
Dish up a hearty portion of the creamy mac & cheese. Top with a drizzle of truffle oil and the garlicky toasted breadcrumbs. Serve with the balsamic and tomato salad on the side. Tuck in, Chef!
MAKE THE MAC
In a pot, add the Milk, 400ml of water, the Macaroni and a small pinch of salt. Place over a medium-high heat and bring up to a boil. Lower the heat and leave to simmer for 10-15 minutes until the macaroni is al dente, mixing occasionally.
MAKE THE CRUMB
Place a pan over a medium-high heat with 40g of butter and a drizzle of oil. Once melted, add the grated Garlic and fry for 1 minute until fragrant, shifting constantly. Add the breadcrumbs and fry for 3-4 minutes, until lightly toasted. Remove from the heat. Add the chopped Parsley, ½ the Italian-style cheese, and season to taste. Toss until fully combined.
CHEESE TIME
Once the Macaroni is al dente, mix through the cream, the cheddar cheese and the remaining Italian-style cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted. Remove from the heat and season.
TOSS THE SALAD
In a bowl, place the rinsed green leaves, diced tomato, the balsamic vinegar, and a drizzle of olive oil. Season to taste and toss to coat.
LUXURIOUS FEAST
Dish up a hearty portion of the creamy mac & cheese. Top with a drizzle of truffle oil and the garlicky toasted breadcrumbs. Serve with the balsamic and tomato salad on the side. Tuck in, Chef!
MAKE THE MAC
In a pot, add the Milk, 500ml of water, the Macaroni and a small pinch of salt. Place over a medium-high heat and bring up to a boil. Lower the heat and leave to simmer for 10-15 minutes until the macaroni is al dente, mixing occasionally.
MAKE THE CRUMB
Place a pan over a medium-high heat with 50g of butter and a drizzle of oil. Once melted, add the grated Garlic and fry for 1 minute until fragrant, shifting constantly. Add the breadcrumbs and fry for 3-4 minutes, until lightly toasted. Remove from the heat. Add the chopped Parsley, ½ the Italian-style cheese, and season to taste. Toss until fully combined.
CHEESE TIME
Once the Macaroni is al dente, mix through the cream, the cheddar cheese and the remaining Italian-style cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted. Remove from the heat and season.
TOSS THE SALAD
In a bowl, place the rinsed green leaves, diced tomato, the balsamic vinegar, and a drizzle of olive oil. Season to taste and toss to coat.
LUXURIOUS FEAST
Dish up a hearty portion of the creamy mac & cheese. Top with a drizzle of truffle oil and the garlicky toasted breadcrumbs. Serve with the balsamic and tomato salad on the side. Tuck in, Chef!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R205.55
for 4 servings · R51.39 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Macaroni needs 500 gMacaroni 500 g 500 g at R22.99 · 100% of packR22.99
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Fresh Cream needs 250 mlFresh Full Cream Milk 2 L 2 L at R38.99 · 13% of packR4.87
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Garlic Cloves needs 4Baby Potatoes with Garlic & Herb Butter 350 g R22.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R22.99
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Fresh Milk needs 500 mlFresh Low Fat Milk 2 L 2 L at R38.99 · 25% of packR9.75
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Grated Mature Cheddar Cheese needs 250 gBulk Cheddar Cheese 850 g 850 g at R169.99 · 29% of packR50.00
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Balsamic Vinegar needs 30 mlWillow Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Balsamic Vinegar 250 ml 250 ml at R54.99 · 12% of packR6.60
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Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese needs 125 mlPlantLove™ Dairy Free Macadamia Nut Based Grated Hard Cheese 60 g R39.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R39.99
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Fresh Parsley needs 10 gGarlic and Parsley Bruschetta 150 g 150 g at R56.99 · 7% of packR3.80
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Plum Tomatoes needs 2Whole Red Baby Plum Tomatoes in Tomato Juice 400 g R39.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R39.99
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Salad Leaves needs 80 gWhole Spinach 350 g 350 g at R19.99 · 23% of packR4.57
Not in the Woolies basket — source these elsewhere:
- Truffle Oil
- Panko Breadcrumbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese?
The preparation time for Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese with garlicky toasted breadcrumbs & a balsamic salad is between 15 and 30 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese with garlicky toasted breadcrumbs & a balsamic salad?
The total time required to make Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese with garlicky toasted breadcrumbs & a balsamic salad is between 25 and 40 minutes.
How many servings does Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese?
Balsamic Vinegar, Cheddar Cheese, Cream, Garlic, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, Macaroni, Milk, Panko Breadcrumb, Parsley, Plum Tomato, Salad Leaves, Truffle Oil
What is the nutritional information of Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese?
Calories: 1318, Carbs: 126 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 47.7 grams, Sugar: 18.8 grams, Salt: 803 grams
How do I prepare Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese?
TOSS THE SALAD: In a bowl, place the rinsed green leaves, diced tomato, the balsamic vinegar, and a drizzle of olive oil. Season to taste and toss to coat. MAKE THE CRUMB: Place a pan over a medium-high heat with 30g of butter and a drizzle of oil. Once melted, add the grated garlic and fry for 1 minute until fragrant, shifting constantly. Add the breadcrumbs and fry for 2-3 minutes, until lightly toasted. Remove from the heat. Add the chopped parsley, ½ the Italian-style cheese, and season to taste. Toss until fully combined. MAKE THE MAC: In a pot, add the milk, 300ml of water, the macaroni and a small pinch of salt. Place over a medium-high heat and bring up to a boil. Lower the heat and leave to simmer for 10-15 minutes until the macaroni is al dente, mixing occasionally. CHEESE TIME: Once the macaroni is al dente, mix through the cream, the cheddar cheese and the remaining Italian-style cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted. Remove from the heat and season. LUXURIOUS FEAST: Dish up a hearty portion of the creamy mac & cheese. Top with a drizzle of truffle oil and the garlicky toasted breadcrumbs. Serve with the balsamic and tomato salad on the side. Tuck in, Chef!
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese?
Balsamic Vinegar, Cheddar Cheese, Cream, Garlic, Grated Italian-style Hard Cheese, Macaroni, Milk, Panko Breadcrumb, Parsley, Plum Tomato, Salad Leaves, Truffle Oil
How many calories does Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese have?
1318 calories
How much fat content does Boujee Truffle Mac & Cheese have?
grams