Crab Mac & Cheese Recipe
dungeness crab, fresh made pasta, coastal cheddar cheese sauce
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fresh pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Cheese and Seasonings
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the grated coastal cheddar cheese until melted. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
- 4
Combine Crab and Pasta
Gently fold the cooked pasta and Dungeness crab meat into the cheese sauce until well combined.
- 5
Bake (Optional)
If desired, transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- 6
Serve
Spoon the crab mac & cheese into bowls and enjoy!