Cajun Macaroni And Cheese With Shrimp Receta

Spice up your weeknight with this irresistible Cajun Shrimp Mac and Cheese! Inspired by a bunco group favorite, this recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed with Cajun spices and creamy, cheesy pasta baked to golden perfection. A blend of Swiss, cheddar, and pepper jack cheeses creates a flavor explosion that will leave you craving more. Easy to follow instructions and customizable spice levels make this a crowd-pleasing dish for any occasion.

Preparación 20 min
Cocción 65 min
Calorías 871 kcal
Proteína 95g
Valoración Sé el primero
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Ingredientes para Cajun Macaroni And Cheese With Shrimp

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Cómo preparar Cajun Macaroni And Cheese With Shrimp

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add 1 pound of shrimp and 1/2 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. In the same saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté for 1 minute until softened.
  5. Whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
  6. Gradually whisk in 3 cups of milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens (about 4 minutes).
  7. Reduce heat to low. Stir in 8 ounces of shredded Swiss cheese, 8 ounces of shredded cheddar cheese, and 6 ounces of shredded pepper jack cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and smooth.
  8. Add 1/2 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
  9. Stir in the cooked shrimp and 1 pound of cooked macaroni or elbow pasta.
  10. Pour the macaroni and cheese mixture into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  11. Top with 4 ounces of shredded pepper jack cheese, 1/2 cup of bread crumbs, 3 tablespoons of melted butter, and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.
  12. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

157g

Carbs

18g

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¿Cuánto se tarda en preparar Cajun Macaroni And Cheese With Shrimp?

Cajun Macaroni And Cheese With Shrimp tarda unos 85 minutos de principio a fin: aproximadamente 20 minutos de preparación y 65 minutos de cocción.

¿Cuántas calorías tiene Cajun Macaroni And Cheese With Shrimp?

Cajun Macaroni And Cheese With Shrimp tiene aproximadamente 871 calorías por ración, con unos 95 g de proteína, 18 g de carbohidratos y 78 g de grasa.

¿Qué ingredientes necesito para Cajun Macaroni And Cheese With Shrimp?

Los ingredientes principales de Cajun Macaroni And Cheese With Shrimp son Cavatappi Pasta, Butter, Medium Shrimp, Cajun Seasoning, Onion, Flour. Consulta la lista completa con cantidades más arriba.

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