How to Make Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a comforting and delicious dish with a bit of a kick, then look no further than Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese. This recipe takes the classic mac and cheese to a whole new level with the addition of succulent shrimp and a flavorful Creole seasoning blend. The result is a rich and creamy pasta dish with a spicy twist that will have your taste buds dancing with delight.

Creole cuisine is known for its bold flavors and diverse influences, drawing from French, Spanish, ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) box elbow macaroni
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 12 ounces uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning (such as Tony Chachere's®)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups half-and-half
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Creole mustard

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
  • While macaroni is cooking, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp; sprinkle with Creole seasoning. Cook, stirring continually, for 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until shrimp is pink, about 2 minutes. Turn off heat.
  • Drain macaroni and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking; set aside. Return the pasta pot to the stove and melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk until dissolved, about 2 minutes. Add half-and-half; heat for 3 minutes.
  • Whisk in cheeses until melted, about 5 minutes. Add mustard; cook for 2 minutes. Turn off heat.
  • Add reserved macaroni and shrimp. Stir until heated through. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    804 cal.

    • Total Fat: 47g
    • Saturated Fat: 29g
    • Cholesterol: 265mg
    • Sodium: 854mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 41g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 633mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 494mg