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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Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1½ 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, bubbly and hot in the center (165°F). Garnish with parsley, if desired.
Notes
For extra decadence, mix in a little truffle oil or top with extra Parmesan and broil for a crispy finish. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and eat within 3 to 4 days; reheat to 165°F.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 504kcalCarbohydrates: 33.1gProtein: 24.8gFat: 28.9gSaturated Fat: 15.4gTrans Fat: 0.6gCholesterol: 132mgSodium: 688mgFiber: 1.7gSugar: 3g