PESTO SHRIMP MAC AND CHEESE

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Make and share this Pesto Shrimp Mac and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb fresh shrimp or 1 lb frozen medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 ounces dried elbow macaroni (2 cups)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup half-and-half
1 1/4 cups shredded Fontina cheese (5 oz.)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
1 1/2 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves, chopped
fresh basil leaf

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Remove tails from shrimp. Rinse shrimp, pat dry with paper towels. Chop shrimp and set aside.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.
  • In large bowl stir together eggs, butter, half-and-half, 1 cup of the fontina cheese, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, garlic, pine nuts, chopped basil, and 1/4 teaspoons each salt and pepper. Stir in shrimp and macaroni. Transfer to buttered 2-quart casserole. Top with remaining cheeses.
  • Bake uncovered, 40 to 45 minutes or until heated through and shrimp pieces are opaque. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Top with fresh basil leaves.

Strong Thunderj
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I'm not usually a fan of mac and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. The pesto shrimp added a delicious flavor and the sauce was so creamy and cheesy. I'll definitely be making this again!


Alyssa Daneault
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This is my go-to recipe for mac and cheese. It's always a hit with my family and friends. The pesto shrimp add a delicious flavor and the sauce is always creamy and cheesy.


Oliver Vilca
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I've made it for my family and friends many times and they all love it.


Sameer DoGar
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I thought this dish was just okay. The flavors were a bit too strong for my taste. I wouldn't make it again.


M Gul
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This recipe was a disaster! The sauce was too watery and the shrimp were rubbery. I don't recommend this recipe.


Okello Benson
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but I thought this dish was pretty good. The shrimp were cooked well and the sauce was creamy and cheesy.


Yesenia
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and it turned out perfectly. The pesto shrimp was especially delicious.


Ashiq Bugti
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I thought this dish was just okay. The sauce was a bit bland and the shrimp were overcooked. I wouldn't make this again.


Pamela Etheridge Luddeke
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This recipe was a bit too rich for my taste, but I can see how others might enjoy it. The pesto shrimp was a nice touch, though.


Ali Murtaza Haidari
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Wow! This dish was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone loved the creamy sauce and the flavorful shrimp. I'll definitely be making this again.


BrandRoot Interior
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This is the best mac and cheese I've ever had! The pesto and shrimp give it a unique and delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Naomi Holliday
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I added some extra vegetables like broccoli and carrots, and it turned out great. The pesto shrimp was also a nice touch.


husnain butt
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This dish was so easy to make and turned out so creamy and cheesy. The pesto shrimp added a delicious flavor and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe!


Kerry Goodwin
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I'm not usually a fan of mac and cheese, but this pesto shrimp version was surprisingly delicious! The pesto added a nice touch of flavor and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


cherinet chombe
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This pesto shrimp mac and cheese was an absolute hit with my family! The creamy, cheesy sauce was perfectly complemented by the flavorful pesto and shrimp. I loved that the recipe was easy to follow and didn't require any fancy ingredients. Definitel


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