SHRIMP & MACARONI CASSEROLE

Shrimp & Macaroni Casserole image

Mac and cheese goes upscale in this deliciously cheesy variation. The shrimp gives a unique twist to this popular standard. -Michael Cohen, Los Angeles, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped
3/4 cup chopped fresh spinach

Steps:

Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the egg, cream and butter; set aside. Drain macaroni; transfer to another bowl. Add the Parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, garlic, salt, pepper and reserved egg mixture to the macaroni; toss to coat. Stir in shrimp and spinach., Transfer to a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 671mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.