Seafood Mac and Cheese
A creamy and comforting twist on classic mac and cheese, featuring shrimp and crab meat for added richness and flavor.
Ingredients
Pasta and Seafood
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or frozen, thawed and patted dry
- 1 cup crab meat Fresh or frozen, thawed and patted dry
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheese (like cheddar and mozzarella) Feel free to mix different types of cheese
Seasoning
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Optional Topping
- to taste Breadcrumbs For topping, optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the elbow macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and crab meat, sauté until the shrimp are pink and the crab is heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
- Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Bring it to a gentle simmer, then slowly add in the shredded cheese, stirring until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and mix until well coated with the creamy seafood sauce.
- If desired, pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
For best results, use fresh seafood. Consider adding vegetables like spinach or peas for added nutrition. This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.