How To Make Shrimp Mac and Cheese
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the flour and whisk until smooth. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until thickened.
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Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Add the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
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Add the cooked macaroni and shrimp to the cheese sauce. Stir until everything is coated and heated through.
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Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 556kcal
- Total Fat : 24g
- Saturated Fat : 14g
- Cholesterol : 153mg
- Sodium : 606mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 52g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 7g
- Protein : 33g
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