CRAB MACARONI & CHEESE
Crab and mushrooms put a deliciously different spin on classic macaroni and cheese. It's an upscale casserole for special occasions...but my family could eat it every day!-Angela Ochoa, Lake Elsinore, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in 1 tablespoon butter until tender; set aside., In a large saucepan, melt remaining butter. Stir in flour, mustard, pepper, salt and paprika until smooth; gradually add cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in 3/4 cup each mozzarella and cheddar cheeses until blended. Remove from heat; fold in macaroni., Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, butter and basil. Transfer half the macaroni mixture to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with reserved mushroom mixture, remaining macaroni mixture, mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Top with crab and Swiss cheese. Sprinkle with crumb mixture and Parmesan cheese., Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 29g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
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Marten Alex
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe.
FINAL AZAAN
[email protected]This dish was not worth the effort.
Adrian Kenon
[email protected]I found this recipe to be too time-consuming.
Nida Muskan
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste.
Hameed Arain
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for crab macaroni and cheese. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Jeffery Stephens
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great.
Jumper Digenerally
[email protected]Delicious!
Monique Mcnish
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The crab and cheese flavors were perfectly balanced, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
linda fry
[email protected]This dish was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still very good. The crab flavor was prominent, and the cheese sauce was thick and creamy. I would recommend using a lighter cheese, such as mozzarella, if you don't like your food too heavy.
Idil Mohamud
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy-to-make dish. The crab meat added a nice flavor to the cheese sauce, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves crab and cheese.
Nadine Jackson
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it! The crab and cheese flavors melded perfectly together, and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Kamila Martinez
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used fresh crab meat and it really made a difference. The cheese sauce was smooth and creamy, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!
pirmohammad sharifi
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it for the delicious results. The crab adds a luxurious flavor to the dish, and the cheese sauce is perfectly creamy and cheesy.
Cookie Monster
[email protected]This crab macaroni and cheese was a hit with my family! The flavor was rich and creamy, with a perfect balance of crab and cheese. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, and the breadcrumbs added a nice crispy texture. I will definitely be making t