Seafood Mac N Cheese (+$5 Per Person) Recipe
A decadent macaroni and cheese dish with shrimp and or crab, baked to perfection in a rich, cheesy sauce.
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Ingredients
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Seafood Mac N Cheese Ingredients
Method
Directions for Seafood Mac N Cheese
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Make the Cheese Sauce
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden. Gradually whisk in the milk, cooking until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
- 3
Combine Pasta and Seafood
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, cheese sauce, shrimp, and crab meat. Mix until everything is well coated.
- 4
Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs.
- 5
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.