- 1 pound pasta—elbow, cavatappi or penne
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons truffle oil (optional)
- 1 pound cooked lobster, cut into ½-inch pieces
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
For the Cheese & Besciamella Sauce:
- Yields about 2 cups
- 4 cups whole milk
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus additional to taste
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 white onion, chopped
- Salt to taste
- ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 pound mild Cheddar cheese, cut in small dice
- 1 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, cut in small dice