Seafood Mac + Cheese Recipe
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! IT WAS VERY WELL SEASONED AND THE PRESENTATION WAS BEAUTIFUL.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Seafood
Cheese Sauce
Topping
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Seafood Preparation
- 2
Cook the Seafood
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a little bit of oil. Sauté the shrimp and scallops until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes. Add lump crab meat and sauté for an additional minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cheese Sauce Preparation
- 3
- 4
Add the Cheeses
Reduce heat to low and stir in the sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Combine and Bake
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, seafood mixture, and cheese sauce. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
- 6
Prepare for Baking
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
- 7
Add Topping
In a small bowl, mix together breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, and paprika. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the mac and cheese.
- 8
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.