Mac And Cheese Recipe With Crab Meat
Mac and cheese is one of those classic dishes that we all love. It's creamy, cheesy, and oh so comforting. But have you ever thought about adding crab meat to it? If you haven't, then you're in for a treat. In this article, we'll be sharing with you the recipe for mac and cheese with crab meat that will surely make your taste buds sing.
Ingredients:
- 8 oz. elbow macaroni
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 tsp. dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp. paprika
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 oz. crab meat
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp. butter
Instructions:
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the flour and stir until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook, stirring constantly, for about 5-7 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Fold in the crab meat and cooked macaroni.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish.
- Melt 2 tbsp. of butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the breadcrumbs and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the mac and cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
That's it! This recipe is super easy to follow and yields a delicious and comforting dish that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a weeknight dinner or a dish to impress your friends and family, this mac and cheese with crab meat is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Tips:
- If you don't have whole milk, you can use any milk you have on hand. Just keep in mind that the higher the fat content, the creamier the mac and cheese will be.
- You can use any kind of cheese you like or have on hand. Just make sure it's a good melting cheese.
- If you're not a fan of crab meat, you can use any other seafood you like or omit it altogether.
- If you want to make this dish ahead of time, you can prepare it up to the point where you sprinkle the breadcrumbs on top. Cover and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- If you're feeling adventurous, you can add other ingredients to this dish, such as bacon, spinach, or mushrooms.
So what are you waiting for? Head to the kitchen and try this mac and cheese with crab meat recipe today!
