Shrimp Mac and Cheese Recipe

Servings: 4

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• cup elbow macaroni
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• cup 1% milk
• cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoons sour cream
• teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 cup frozen salad shrimp
• 2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs (Optional)
• 2 tablespoons shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350F (175C) and grease an oval au gratin dish.

Step 2: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water for about 8 minutes, or until tender but firm to the bite. Stir occasionally. Drain the macaroni and set aside.

Step 3: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour to form a smooth paste.

Step 4: Slowly add the milk while whisking constantly to combine. Stir in cup of shredded Cheddar, sour cream, and Cajun seasoning, mixing until smooth.

Step 5: Add the drained macaroni to the saucepan, then fold in the frozen shrimp. Mix everything until evenly combined.

Step 6: Pour the mixture into the prepared au gratin dish. Top with panko bread crumbs (if using) and sprinkle the remaining 2 tablespoons of shredded Cheddar over the top.

Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the dish is bubbly and golden on top.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.