Seafood Mac and Cheese
Imagine a dish that marries the luxuriousness of lobster with the sweetness of shrimp and the richness of crab, all cocooned in a velvety blanket of cheese sauce. Our Seafood Mac and Cheese is a celebration of indulgence and comfort, making it the perfect choice for a cozy dinner, a special occasion, or whenever you crave a touch of culinary opulence.
Cost: $
Ingredients
- 16 oz Elbow Macaroni
- 1/4 cup Butter
- 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour
- 3 cup Whole Milk
- 1/2 tsp Ground Mustard
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- Parsley, for garnish
- 1 tsp AB's A Rub
- 1 tsp Creole Kick
- 1 lb Shrimp
- 8 oz Crab Meat
- 2 Lobster Tails
Instructions
- Start by cooking the elbow macaroni until it's al dente. Drain and set aside, but don't rinse. Save some of the pasta water for later.
- In a pot, melt the butter and then add the all-purpose flour. Stir it continuously to create a roux, cooking it until it's lightly browned.
- Gradually pour in the warmed whole milk while whisking continuously to create a smooth sauce. Allow it to simmer for 3-5 minutes to thicken.
- Season the sauce with kosher salt, ground mustard, garlic powder, Creole Kick, AB's A Seasoning and cayenne pepper (if you prefer some heat). Adjust the seasonings to your taste.
- Add the shredded sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses to the sauce. Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is creamy.
- If the sauce gets too thick, you can thin it out with some of the reserved pasta water. Add it a little at a time until you achieve your desired consistency.
- Fold the cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce, ensuring that it's well coated with the creamy goodness.
- Add the shrimp, crab and lobster to the mac and cheese.
- Serve your Seafood Mac and Cheese hot, garnished with chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.