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Irresistible Lobster Crab Shrimp Macaroni and Cheese Recipe

  • Author: Nora Winslow
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A creamy, cheesy homemade seafood mac and cheese featuring lobster, crab, and shrimp, perfect for a comforting yet luxurious dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 1 cup cooked crab meat
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Hot sauce, a few dashes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (for breadcrumbs)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water until just al dente, about 8-10 minutes (1-2 minutes less than package instructions). Drain well and set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in 1/4 cup flour and cook for about 2 minutes until pale golden.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups whole milk, stirring constantly until sauce thickens, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded cheddar and Gruyère cheeses a handful at a time until melted and smooth. Add more milk if sauce is too thick.
  6. Fold cooked pasta gently into cheese sauce. Carefully fold in lobster, crab, and shrimp. Add hot sauce if desired.
  7. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Toss panko breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle evenly over the top.
  8. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook pasta to avoid mushiness after baking. Use high-quality cheese for best flavor. Toss panko breadcrumbs with melted butter for a crunchy topping. Let the dish rest before serving to set properly. Frozen seafood can be used if thawed and patted dry. Optional hot sauce adds a nice kick.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Fat: 22
  • Carbohydrates: 32
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 30

Keywords: lobster mac and cheese, seafood mac and cheese, crab mac and cheese, shrimp mac and cheese, creamy mac and cheese, homemade mac and cheese, comfort food, seafood dinner

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