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Lobster, Crab, and Shrimp Macaroni and Cheese

This decadent seafood mac and cheese combines sweet lobster, crab, and shrimp with a creamy three-cheese sauce and elbow macaroni, baked to golden, bubbling perfection. It’s indulgent and elegant — perfect for holidays, special occasions, or whenever you’re craving a luxurious twist on a classic.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course casserole, Comfort Food, Holiday Dish, Pasta, Seafood
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 580 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Gruyère cheese shredded
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 6 oz lobster meat cooked, chopped
  • 4 oz crab meat cooked, picked over for shells
  • 6 oz shrimp cooked, chopped
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp parsley chopped, optional garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Cook macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and whisk 1 minute to form a roux.
  • Slowly whisk in milk and cream, cooking until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in Dijon, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix in cheeses until melted and smooth.
  • Fold in cooked seafood and macaroni. Transfer to baking dish.
  • Combine breadcrumbs with olive oil and sprinkle over top.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

Notes

For extra decadence, try mixing in truffle oil or topping with extra Parmesan and broiling for a crispy finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 580kcal
Keyword crab recipes, holiday comfort food, lobster mac and cheese, seafood pasta, shrimp
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