MACARONI -SHRIMP

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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

7 ounces elbow macaroni, uncooked
1 pound medium shrimp (40 to 60 count), shelled and deveined
5 tablespoons butter, divided
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped medium onion
1 cup finely chopped celery
2 teaspoons salt, divided
2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with 1/2 cup warm water
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 cups nonfat half-and-half
1 cup shredded colby jack cheese
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon paprika, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Cut shrimp crosswise into thirds. In a medium frying pan, over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add garlic, and cook until translucent. Stir in the onion and celery, and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent. Add shrimp, 1 teaspoon salt, chives and pepper. Mix thoroughly, reduce heat and cover. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes until the shrimp are cooked through. Drain and reserve liquid.
  • In a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over low heat. Stir in cornstarch/water mixture, nutmeg, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Gradually stir in half-and-half; cook and stir until mixture thickens slightly and bubbles. Remove from heat. Add half the colby cheese and 1 cup of the cheddar. Stir until melted; then add remaining colby cheese. Continue to stir until mixture is smooth. Add reserved liquid from shrimp and continue to stir until mixture is well combined.
  • Grease a 2-quart casserole with remaining tablespoon butter. In large bowl combine shrimp and cooked macaroni; add cheese sauce and mix thoroughly. Pour mixture into casserole dish and stir in the egg. Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until lightly browned and bubbly. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Return to the oven and bake until cheese is melted. Remove from oven and sprinkle with paprika. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Faisal Bhatti
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This is my go-to recipe for macaroni and shrimp. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Asifa Khan
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I'm not a fan of macaroni, but I loved this recipe. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Logan Vormelker
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This recipe is a great base for a variety of dishes. I've added different vegetables, meats, and cheeses, and it's always delicious.


Tumpa Suna
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my macaroni and shrimp turned out dry and bland.


Gelan Tulu
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I made this recipe for my kids and they loved it! They ate it all up.


Daniel Costilla
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This recipe is a bit too rich for me. I think I'll use less butter and cream next time.


Celeb Trend
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I'm allergic to shrimp, so I used chicken instead. It was still very good!


Dominique Lopez
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I followed the recipe exactly and my macaroni and shrimp turned out perfect. This is a great recipe!


starzio
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This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Gwen Mclover
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I'm not a big fan of shrimp, but I loved this recipe. The sauce was so creamy and flavorful.


Ak Editor
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This dish is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can do it.


Frisk Sans
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I added some chopped broccoli to this recipe and it was delicious!


samaan Apdi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni and shrimp.


Syed Gulzar Ahmed
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


yosef frehiwot
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Tsundzukani Sinhle Vukela
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I love the combination of macaroni and shrimp in this dish. The sauce is also very flavorful.


Virginia Seifert
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Raufon alom Jihad
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I made this dish last night and it was so easy to follow. The macaroni and shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Adri Misj
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This macaroni and shrimp recipe was a hit with my family! The creamy sauce and the perfectly cooked shrimp were delicious.