Bubba Gump Shrimp Mac and Cheese Recipe
Bubba Gump Shrimp Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food dish. Not only is it incredibly tasty, but it’s also very easy to prepare and makes for a great weeknight dinner or special occasion meal. So don’t wait, try this Bubba Gump Shrimp Mac and Cheese for your next meal. You won’t regret it!
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Servings: 8
Calories: 616kcal
Equipment
- 1 Medium pot
- 1 Colander
- 1 cheese grater
Ingredients
- 1 pound uncooked elbow pasta
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 4 sticks butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon Onion (diced)
- 2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 tablespoons fresh breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoon Chopped Fresh Parsley
Instructions
- First, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Now, take a large pot and cook elbow pasta according to package instructions until al dente, and drain.
- In a large skillet heat 2 sticks of butter on medium heat. Add shrimp, cajun seasoning and cook until shrimp is cooked through. Then, remove the shrimp from the skillet, and set them aside.
- Now, melt the remaining 2 sticks butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Then, add Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese to the saucepan and whisk over low heat until both cheeses are melted.
- Now, add flour to 1/2 glass of water. Whisk and stir constantly so that there is no lump. Then, add the flour mixture to the pan where you've melted cheese and mix thoroughly. It will make the sauce thick and heavy.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Now, it's time to bake. Add cooked pasta to a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over top and stir until evenly combined. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top followed by breadcrumbs and parsley.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly. Serve immediately.
Notes
- If you are not sure if your shrimp is cooked through, cut it into one to check.
- Feel free to try different cheeses for a new flavor profile.
- You can also add other ingredients, such as bacon or vegetables, for added flavor and texture.