Best Spicy Basil Shrimp Mac And Cheese Recipes

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GARLIC SHRIMP MAC AND CHEESE (PRAWNS)



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Recipe video above. Plump, juicy garlicky shrimp WITH a silky creamy, cheesy macaroni AND a crunchy parmesan topping?? Be still my beating heart. BONUS: It's all made in ONE POT!

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Side Dish

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 17

500 g / 1 lb peeled shrimp/prawns ((Note 1))
3 garlic cloves (, finely chopped)
1 tbsp olive oil
50 g / 3.5 tbsp unsalted butter (, divided)
3 tbsp / 30g flour (, plain / all purpose)
2 cups / 500ml milk (, preferably warmed (Note 2))
2.5 cups hot tap water
250 g / 8 oz elbow macaroni (, uncooked (2.5 cups))
1.5 cups (150g) cheese ((Cheddar, gruyere, or other), freshly grated (Note 3))
3/4 cup (75g) mozzarella cheese (, freshly grated (Note 3))
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp mustard powder
1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated parmesan
1 tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler/grill on high.
  • Mix together Breadcrumb Topping.
  • Heat oil and melt 1 tbsp butter in a large, deep skillet or heatproof pot on the stove over high heat.
  • Add shrimp, sprinkle with pepper, then cook for 1 minute. Add garlic and cook for another minute until the shrimp has changed colour but not fully cooked.
  • Transfer to bowl. Turn heat down to medium.
  • Melt remaining butter. Add flour and cook for 1 minute.
  • Pour milk in slowly, stirring as you go. Once incorporated and lump free (use whisk if needed), stir in Seasonings, then water.
  • Once the liquid is hot, add macaroni. Cook for 8 minutes, stirring regularly, until macaroni is almost cooked through, then take it off the stove.
  • Add cheeses and stir through, then add shrimp. Taste for salt - tweak if needed. It should be saucy (see video) - it gets absorbed. Should still be saucy at this stage - sauce gets absorbed/thickens more in next step.
  • Sprinkle over breadcrumbs, then place under the hot grill for just 2 - 3 minutes until the top is golden.
  • Sprinkle with parsley if desired and served immediately!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558 kcal, Carbohydrate 44 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 168 mg, Sodium 1176 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICY MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups elbow pasta, cooked until almost al dente
8 ounces Cheddar, 1/2 cubed, 1/2 shredded
8 ounces Colby cheese, cubed
8 ounces Monterey pepper jack cheese, cubed
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
4 tablespoons sour cream
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup half-and-half
1/4 cup finely grated onions
4 slices bread
1 tablespoon butter
Special equipment: 2-quart baking dish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the pasta with the cheese cubes and pour into the baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, nutmeg. Add the sour cream, egg, heavy cream, half-and-half and onions. Pour over the pasta and cover with the shredded Cheddar. Bake uncovered until the top is just beginning to brown, about 35 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cut the bread into crouton-size squares. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter, add the bread cubes and toast until golden. Sprinkle the bread cubes on top of the macaroni and cheese and bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes more.

SPICY BASIL SHRIMP MAC AND CHEESE



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If you like basil you will love this dish.

Provided by Dustin Selzer

Categories     Seafood

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb medium shrimp
1 c shell noodles cooked
1 c elbow noodles cooked
1 c fresh basil chopped
1/2 c cilantro, fresh chopped
2 clove garlic minced
2 eggs
1 c half and half
1 c parmesan cheese grated
1 1/4 c pepper jack cheese
1/4 c melted butter
1 hot pepper diced

Steps:

  • 1. Peel, wash, and chop shrimp in half
  • 2. Wash and chop Basil, cilantro, garlic, and pepper
  • 3. In large bowl mix together basil, cilantro, garlic, lightly beated eggs, half and half, parmesan cheese, 1 cup of the pepper jack cheese, melted butter, and hot pepper, teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir in shrimp and cooked noodles.
  • 4. Transfer to a baking dish and sprinkle with remander of your pepper jack cheese. bake 40-45 min. let cool for 10 min before serving.

SHRIMP MAC AND CHEESE



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This macaroni and cheese takes on a subtle coastal flair with the addition of shrimp. I used cooked salad shrimp as I found the size comparable to the elbow macaroni.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Shrimp

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup elbow macaroni
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
¾ cup 1% milk
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 ½ tablespoons sour cream
½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1 cup frozen salad shrimp
2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Pour 5 cups water into a saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Add macaroni and boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour until a smooth paste is formed. Slowly pour in milk, stirring to incorporate. Add 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, sour cream, and Cajun seasoning. Drain macaroni and stir into the sauce. Add frozen shrimp and stir to combine.
  • Pour macaroni mixture into an oval au gratin dish. Top with panko bread crumbs and 2 tablespoons Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and golden, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.6 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 288.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

BUFFALO SHRIMP MAC & CHEESE



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For a rich, creamy and slightly spicy shrimp mac and cheese recipe, you can't beat this crowd-pleasing slow cooker dish. It's a nice new twist on popular buffalo chicken dishes.-Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups 2% milk
1 cup half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons Louisiana-style hot sauce
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Gouda or Swiss cheese
1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3/4 pound frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
Additional Louisiana-style hot sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients; stir in shredded cheeses and macaroni. Cook, covered, on low 3 to 3-1/2 hours or until macaroni is almost tender., Stir in shrimp and blue cheese; cook, covered, 30-35 minutes longer or until heated through. Just before serving, stir in chives, parsley and, if desired, additional hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 calories, Fat 34g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 228mg cholesterol, Sodium 1269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

SHRIMP & MACARONI CASSEROLE



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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

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.

SPICY SHRIMP MAC 'N' CHEESE



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How do you take a special occasion treat like lobster mac and cheese and make it weeknight friendly? Just swap the lobster for shrimp! This skillet mac, made with an ultra-creamy white cheese sauce, gets tender, juicy butterfly shrimp baked right on top. Since we're not sticking to tradition, we've also bumped up the spice level with some fresh chiles - a simple twist any Chopped chef would love.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Two 9-ounce packages frozen jumbo butterfly shrimp
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces radiatore pasta
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 Fresno chile, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons mascarpone
Pinch of cayenne, plus more for serving
2 cups shredded Muenster cheese (about 8 ounces)
Chopped parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare the butterfly shrimp according to the package directions for the oven. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook according to the package directions for al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain well and reserve.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chile and cook until just tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in the flour until completely moistened and bubbling, about 1 minute. While whisking continuously, slowly pour in the milk and continue to simmer until creamy and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and whisk in the Parmesan, mascarpone, cayenne and 1 teaspoon salt until smooth. Whisk in 1 1/2 cups of the Muenster cheese until completely melted and smooth. Use a rubber spatula to fold in the reserved pasta until evenly combined.
  • Top the mac and cheese with the remaining 1/2 cup Muenster cheese, then place the butterfly shrimp in a concentric circle on top, tails facing up. (You may need to shingle or overlap the shrimp slightly so they all fit in the skillet.)
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the cheese is completely melted and the shrimp are warmed through, 4 to 5 minutes. Sprinkle with another pinch of cayenne and some chopped parsley.

DELUX MAC AND CHEESE WITH SHRIMP AND CRAB



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This classic comfort food dish goes upscale with the tasty addition of shrimp, crab, cream and fresh basil. For a change, I have added half a bag of steamed baby spinach to the mixture

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups macaroni
3 tablespoons butter (plus some for greasing)
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk (or light cream or half milk, half cream)
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 pinch cayenne pepper
200 g old cheddar cheese, grated
2 pinchs salt, to taste
2 pinchs white pepper, to taste
200 g cooked shrimp, patted dry
1/2 cup crabmeat (fresh, frozen or 120 g can, well drained)
1/4 cup fresh basil
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a pot of salted water, cook macaroni until tender, about 8 - 10 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350. Lightly butter an 8 x 8 baking dish and set aside.
  • In a large sauce pot, add the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, stirring for 2 minutes. Using a whisk, slowly add the milk and cook until it thickens.
  • Remove the sauce from heat and mix in the cream, paprika, cayenne, salt and pepper. Add 3/4 of the cheese. When the macaroni is cooked, drain it well. Add to it, the shrimp, crab and basil and gently add the white sauce. Spoon macaroni mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Top with the remaining chedar and parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 25 - 30 minutes or until the top is lightly golden.
  • .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.8, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 134.2, Sodium 653.7, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.2, Protein 24.5

SPICY SHRIMP WITH GARLIC, BASIL, AND ROSEMARY



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"Goddess of Garlic" Pat Reppert of Saugerties, New York, shares this recipe from her cookbook "Mad for Garlic."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 16

Salt and pepper
1 pound penne pasta
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 garlic cloves, cut into matchsticks, plus 1 more for pressing
1 tablespoon finely snipped fresh rosemary leaves
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 pound large shrimp, peeled
2 jalapeno chiles, seeded and finely diced
1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
1/2 cup thinly sliced basil leaves, plus whole leaves for garnish
1 tablespoon tamari sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons medium sherry
2 teaspoons sugar
1/3 cup pitted and halved black olives

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rapid boil; add salt. Add pasta, and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, and return pasta to the pot with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 garlic clove put through a garlic press. Stir to combine. Keep warm.
  • In a large skillet, heat remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil until hot but not smoking. Add garlic matchsticks, and cook until golden, stirring constantly. Add rosemary, and cook for 1 minute. Remove garlic and rosemary from the skillet; set aside. Add onion, and cook, stirring, until golden.
  • Add shrimp and jalapenos to the infused oil, and cook, stirring, until shrimp are just done. Add peppers, basil, salt, and pepper, and cook until the peppers are cooked, yet still crisp. Make a well in the center of the skillet, and add tamari sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sherry, and sugar. Stir to dissolve sugar. Return garlic and rosemary to the skillet. Add olives, and cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve shrimp and peppers over the warm penne. Garnish with sprigs of basil. Serve immediately.

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