Shrimp Mac and Cheese
Description
Shrimp mac and cheese made with elbow macaroni, tiny salad shrimp, and a creamy Cheddar sauce. This easy baked casserole is sure to be a dinner favorite.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup elbow macaroni
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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3/4 cup 1% milk
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1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
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1 1/2 tablespoons sour cream
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1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
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1 cup frozen salad shrimp
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2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
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2 tablespoons shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an oval au gratin dish.
2
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. Drain.
3
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour until a smooth paste is formed. Slowly pour in milk, whisking to incorporate. Stir in 1/2 cup Cheddar, sour cream, and Cajun seasoning. Stir in drained macaroni, then stir in frozen shrimp until well combined. Pour into the prepared dish, then sprinkle panko and 2 tablespoons Cheddar over top.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and golden, about 20 minutes.