Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy twist on classic mac and cheese with this delicious Shrimp Mac and Cheese recipe. Tender shrimp, perfectly seasoned and paired with a velvety cheese sauce, make for a satisfying and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta:
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails removed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Cheese Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk (warmed)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
For Garnish:
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil macaroni until al dente, then drain.
- Cook the Shrimp: Season shrimp and sauté until pink and opaque; set aside.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, then gradually add warm milk. Stir in cheeses and cayenne.
- Combine Ingredients: Add pasta and shrimp to the cheese sauce, heat through.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy!
Notes
- You can bake it for a crispy topping—transfer to a baking dish, top with breadcrumbs and extra cheese, and broil.
- Add cooked bacon or sautéed spinach for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 235mg
