Creole Mac N Cheese Recipe
Shrimp, andouille sausage, peppers, red onion, cheese sauce, chili butter bread crumbs, tomatoes, penne pasta
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Add Sausage and Shrimp
Stir in the andouille sausage and shrimp, cooking until the shrimp is pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Make Cheese Sauce
Reduce heat to low and add the cream cheese and milk, whisking until smooth. Gradually stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cheese sauce, and diced tomatoes. Mix until well combined.
- 6
Prepare Topping
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with a tablespoon of melted butter and half of the grated Parmesan cheese.
- 7
Assemble and Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with the breadcrumb mixture and the remaining Parmesan cheese.
- 8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
- 9
Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious Creole Mac N Cheese!
