Loaded Mac And Cheese With Crab Meat Sausage And Shrimp
Mac and cheese is a classic comfort food that many Americans love. It is a simple dish that can be prepared quickly and easily. However, if you want to take your mac and cheese to the next level, consider adding crab meat sausage and shrimp to the mix.
What You Will Need
Here are the ingredients you will need to make loaded mac and cheese with crab meat sausage and shrimp:
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound crab meat sausage, sliced
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Follow these instructions to make loaded mac and cheese with crab meat sausage and shrimp:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, gradually add the flour while whisking continuously for 2-3 minutes.
- Add milk to the mixture gradually while continuing to whisk until the sauce thickens. Once the sauce is thick, add the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Keep stirring until the cheese melts completely.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste before adding the cooked elbow macaroni to it. Mix well.
- In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced crab meat sausage and shrimp to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Place the mac and cheese mixture in a baking dish and spread the cooked crab meat sausage and shrimp over it.
- Sprinkle bread crumbs over the top of the mixture.
- Bake the mixture in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bread crumbs are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Why You Should Try This Recipe
There are several reasons why you should try this recipe. First, the addition of crab meat sausage and shrimp makes the dish more flavorful and satisfying. The crab meat sausage adds a rich, savory flavor to the dish, while the shrimp provides a fresh, seafood taste. Second, this dish is perfect for those who love comfort food but want to try something new and exciting. Lastly, it is easy to make and can be prepared in under an hour.
Conclusion
Loaded mac and cheese with crab meat sausage and shrimp is a delicious twist on a classic dish. It is a perfect recipe for those who want to try something new and exciting, while still enjoying the comfort of a classic mac and cheese. This recipe is easy to make and can be prepared in under an hour. Give it a try and enjoy the delicious flavors of crab meat sausage and shrimp in your mac and cheese.
