Description
Indulge in the creamy and flavorful goodness of this Shrimp Mac and Cheese recipe that combines succulent shrimp with a rich, cheesy sauce over perfectly cooked macaroni. This dish is a comforting and satisfying meal that is sure to please seafood and pasta lovers alike.
Ingredients
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For the Mac and Cheese:
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni: Boil the macaroni until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Cook the shrimp: In a skillet, sauté shrimp with garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper until cooked; set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, make a roux with butter and flour, then add milk and cream. Stir in cheeses until melted.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta to the sauce, then fold in the shrimp. Heat through and garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can broil the finished dish for 2–3 minutes for a golden cheesy top.
- Substitute with cooked lobster or crab for a seafood twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 215mg
