Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Cajun Shrimp and Crab Mac and Cheese, a delightful twist on classic comfort food that elevates your dining experience. This creamy dish combines tender shrimp and savory imitation crab meat with a melty blend of cheeses, all seasoned with a zesty Cajun kick. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home, this mac and cheese will quickly become a new favorite among seafood and pasta lovers alike. It’s easy to prepare and serves as an impressive main course or side dish that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 2 lbs imitation crab meat, diced
- 2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 cups mild cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 cups colby & Monterey Jack cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 – 2 2/3 cups evaporated milk
- Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss shrimp with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until pink (4-6 minutes). Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and lightly butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook macaroni until al dente; drain and mix with shrimp, crab meat, and basil in a bowl.
- Whisk together milk, evaporated milk, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and beaten eggs in another bowl.
- Stir most of the cheese into the milk mixture; combine with the pasta mixture in the baking dish.
- Top with reserved cheeses and bake for about 45-55 minutes until golden brown. Let rest for 25-30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg