Cannabis-Infused Truffle Mac & Cheese
A grown-up take on the comfort classic: three cheeses, a hint of truffle, and an infused béchamel that melts into every elbow.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cavatappi or elbow macaroni
- 3 tbsp cannabis-infused butter (~30mg THC total / ~5mg per serving)
- 3 tbsp regular butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups whole milk, warmed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar, shredded
- 1 cup gruyère, shredded
- 1/2 cup parmesan, grated
- 1 tbsp truffle oil
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt, white pepper, freshly grated nutmeg
How to make it
- 1
Cook pasta 1 minute shy of al dente, drain and set aside.
- 2
In a large saucepan, melt regular butter over medium heat, whisk in flour, and cook 1 minute to form a roux.
- 3
Slowly whisk in warm milk and cream, simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes). Season with salt, white pepper, and nutmeg.
- 4
Off the heat, stir in cheddar, gruyère, and half the parmesan until smooth.
- 5
Stir in cannabis-infused butter and truffle oil only after the pan is off the heat to preserve potency.
- 6
Fold pasta into the cheese sauce and transfer to a buttered baking dish.
- 7
Top with panko mixed with the remaining parmesan and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–20 minutes until golden and bubbling.
Cooking tips
- Adding the infused butter at the end prevents THC degradation from prolonged high heat.
- Myrcene-heavy strains amplify the umami warmth—Granddaddy Purple is a perfect match.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully but recheck dosing per portion.
Dosing calculator
Start low, go slow. Adjust the THC per serving below to plan the right total infusion for this recipe.
Edible onset is typically 30–90 minutes. Wait 2 hours before re-dosing.
Start Low, Go Slow
If new to edibles, begin with 2.5–5mg THC per serving. Effects may take 30–90 minutes to onset and can last 4–8 hours. Do not drive or operate machinery. This is not medical advice. Full disclaimer
Best paired with
Pair with these strains
Each one matches the myrcene story of this dish.
Blue Dream
Hybrid
Relaxing • Creative • Happy
Granddaddy Purple
Indica
Deep Relaxation • Sleepy • Hungry
Northern Lights
Indica
Deep Relaxation • Sleepy • Calming
Why this pairing works
Myrcene — in your strain and on your plate
Myrcene is the most common terpene in cannabis and the engine behind many indica-style sedating effects. Earthy and herbaceous, it loves rich, slow-cooked, comforting foods.