Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil or butter. Add the shrimp and scallops, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and the scallops are opaque. Remove from heat, fold in lump crab meat, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to form a roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes until golden. Gradually add the warmed milk and heavy cream, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Mix in the Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper off the heat.
- Return the saucepan to heat if necessary, and stir in the sharp cheddar, Gruyère, and Parmesan cheese into the sauce until melted and smooth.
- Carefully add the cooked pasta and the sautéed seafood mixture to the cheese sauce. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the mixture into a buttered baking dish. Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and grated Parmesan, then sprinkle over the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Let the Seafood Mac and Cheese rest for 5 minutes after baking. Serve warm and enjoy!
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Feel free to explore various combinations with your Seafood Mac and Cheese ingredients to suit your palate!
