Seafood Mac and Cheese: The Indulgent Comfort Food You Crave
Enjoy a creamy and cheesy Seafood Mac and Cheese that combines the richness of seafood with the comfort of macaroni. Indulge in this delectable dish any time you’re craving something special.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup scallops
- 2 cups shredded cheese blend (cheddar and mozzarella)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Add milk gradually, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Mix in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the seafood to the cheese sauce, cooking until just heated through.
- Combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce; mix well.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the mix.
- Feel free to substitute with your favorite seafood.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
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