Garlic Shrimp Mac and Cheese (Prawns)
Prep
7m
Cook
15m
Total
22m
This indulgent garlic shrimp mac and cheese is a creamy and flavorful twist on the classic comfort food. Velvety cheese sauce, plump shrimp, and a crispy parmesan breadcrumb topping make for a luxurious and satisfying dinner that's easy to make. Perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
6 servingsSeasonings
Parmesan Breadcrumb Topping
Steps
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.
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Calories 782kcal 39%
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Fat 38g 58%
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Saturated Fat 18g 90%
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Carbohydrates 75g 25%
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Fiber 4g 16%
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Sugar 8g 16%
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Protein 34g 68%
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Cholesterol 130mg 43%
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Sodium 1,050mg 43%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Notes
1. Prawns/shrimp: I use frozen for convenience. Thaw completely and pat off excess water with paper towels before using.
2. Milk: full fat preferred but low fat is ok
3. Cheese: FRESHLY GRATED is essential for silky cheese sauce. Pre-grated packet cheese contains anti-caking agents which can cause the sauce to go powdery.
Both cheeses can be swapped out for your choice of melting cheese, this is the combination I favour. I usually use cheddar or gruyere for flavour. And mozzarella for cheesiness and richness but with a less intense flavour. In the video, the orange cheese is Red Leicester which is a UK sharp cheddar.
4. Make ahead / storage: Best to make this using my Baked Mac and Cheese recipe which is more suited to making ahead (directions in note 4). Amend recipe as follows - Follow Note 4 Make Ahead directions in the Baked Mac and Cheese recipe.Toss shrimp/prawns with olive oil, pepper and garlic. Mix sauce, pasta and shrimp, pour into baking dish, proceed with recipe.
5. Nutrition per serving.
Nutrition Facts Garlic Shrimp Mac and Cheese (Prawns) Amount Per Serving Calories 558 Calories from Fat 243 % Daily Value* Fat 27g42%Saturated Fat 13g81%Cholesterol 168mg56%Sodium 1176mg51%Potassium 376mg11%Carbohydrates 44g15%Fiber 1g4%Sugar 6g7%Protein 32g64% Vitamin A 940IU19%Vitamin C 0.5mg1%Calcium 493mg49%Iron 1.5mg8% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
2. Milk: full fat preferred but low fat is ok
3. Cheese: FRESHLY GRATED is essential for silky cheese sauce. Pre-grated packet cheese contains anti-caking agents which can cause the sauce to go powdery.
Both cheeses can be swapped out for your choice of melting cheese, this is the combination I favour. I usually use cheddar or gruyere for flavour. And mozzarella for cheesiness and richness but with a less intense flavour. In the video, the orange cheese is Red Leicester which is a UK sharp cheddar.
4. Make ahead / storage: Best to make this using my Baked Mac and Cheese recipe which is more suited to making ahead (directions in note 4). Amend recipe as follows - Follow Note 4 Make Ahead directions in the Baked Mac and Cheese recipe.Toss shrimp/prawns with olive oil, pepper and garlic. Mix sauce, pasta and shrimp, pour into baking dish, proceed with recipe.
5. Nutrition per serving.
Nutrition Facts Garlic Shrimp Mac and Cheese (Prawns) Amount Per Serving Calories 558 Calories from Fat 243 % Daily Value* Fat 27g42%Saturated Fat 13g81%Cholesterol 168mg56%Sodium 1176mg51%Potassium 376mg11%Carbohydrates 44g15%Fiber 1g4%Sugar 6g7%Protein 32g64% Vitamin A 940IU19%Vitamin C 0.5mg1%Calcium 493mg49%Iron 1.5mg8% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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