Creamy Seafood Mac Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta & Seafood
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8 oz elbow macaroni
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1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined (or mix of crab and lobster)
→ Sauce Base
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk
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1 cup heavy cream
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon mustard powder
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salt and pepper to taste
→ Cheese
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1½ cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
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1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Topping
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½ cup breadcrumbs (optional)
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chopped fresh parsley for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
Boil macaroni in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
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Melt butter, whisk in flour until golden. Gradually add milk and cream, whisking until thickened. Add seasonings and cheeses, stir until smooth.
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Add cooked pasta and seafood to cheese sauce, stir to combine evenly.
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Transfer to greased 9x9 baking dish, top with breadcrumbs. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes until golden. Garnish with parsley and serve.
# Notes:
01 -
Can use different seafood combinations
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Can be served baked or straight from stovetop
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Make sauce gradually to prevent lumps