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Cajun Crawfish Macaroni and Cheese

Cajun Crawfish Macaroni and Cheese blends tender pasta with sweet, delicate crawfish and a lush trio of Havarti, cream cheese, and Gouda for a velvety bite. Gentle heat from seafood seasoning and a buttery onion base give it a Southern coastal character that’s rich yet comforting. Serve it for weeknight dinners, game day gatherings, or holiday potlucks when you want a seafood spin on classic mac.

  • Prep10 hrs
  • Cook20 hrs
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Cajun Crawfish Macaroni and Cheese
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the crawfish tails and 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning, and cook for 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Warm 1 cup heavy cream and 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add the havarti, cream cheese, and Gouda, and melt slowly, stirring constantly. Gradually add the remaining 1 cup heavy cream, stirring constantly. Add the remaining 1 teaspoon seafood seasoning and continue stirring until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.

  4. 4

    Combine the pasta, crawfish mixture, and cheese sauce in a large bowl or pot. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and seafood seasoning.

About This Recipe

Cajun Crawfish Macaroni and Cheese is a Cajun and Creole side dish recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 30 hrs, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Butter, Crawfish, and Havarti Cheese. Each serving provides about 1027.47 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Cajun Crawfish Macaroni and Cheese?
It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch.
What is Cajun Crawfish Macaroni and Cheese made of?
The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Butter, Crawfish, Havarti Cheese, Heavy Cream. The full list of 10 is above.
How long does it take to make Cajun Crawfish Macaroni and Cheese?
About 30 hrs in total: 10 hrs to prepare and 20 hrs to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 1027.47 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Cajun Crawfish Macaroni and Cheese easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 4 steps.

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