Creamy Seafood Mac and Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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8 oz elbow macaroni
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1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk
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1 cup heavy cream
→ Cheese and Seasonings
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1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
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1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
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½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon mustard powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Toppings
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½ cup breadcrumbs (optional)
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Fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
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Bring salted water to boil. Cook macaroni according to package until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in large skillet. Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
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In same skillet, melt butter, whisk in flour to make roux. Gradually add milk and cream, whisking until thickened. Add seasonings and cheeses, stir until smooth.
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Add cooked pasta and seafood to cheese sauce, stirring to combine evenly.
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Transfer to greased 9x9 baking dish, top with breadcrumbs. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes until golden.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
# Notes:
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Can use crab or lobster instead of shrimp
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Can be served baked or straight from stovetop
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Best served immediately while hot