Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese
Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese marries tender, seasoned shrimp with a velvety, tangy cheese sauce sparked by Creole mustard. The pasta is coated in a bold, peppery warmth from Creole seasoning, balanced by sharp Cheddar and Monterey Jack for rich, melty comfort. Ideal for a cozy dinner when you want something hearty with a bit of Southern kick.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 46 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 8
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 21
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 38
- Performance
- 29
- General Wellness
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm, about 8 minutes.
- 2
While the macaroni cooks, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and sprinkle with Creole seasoning. Cook, stirring constantly, for 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until the shrimp is pink, about 2 minutes. Turn off the heat.
- 3
Drain the macaroni and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking; set aside. Put the pasta pot back on the stove and melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until dissolved, about 2 minutes. Add the half-and-half and heat for 3 minutes.
- 4
Whisk in the cheeses until melted, about 5 minutes. Add the mustard and cook for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat.
- 5
Add the reserved macaroni and shrimp. Stir until heated through. Serve right away.
- Calories 867.76 kcal High 43%
- Protein 50.69 g Good Source 101%
- Carbohydrate 51.75 g 19%
- Total Fat 48.82 g High 63%
- Saturated Fat 29.99 g High 150%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 345.05 mg High 115%
- Sodium 694.7 mg High 30%
- Dietary Fiber 2.2 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 5.73 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 792.37 mg Good Source 61%
- Iron 2.79 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 148.5 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 92.2 mcg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin C 2.39 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.33 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Creole Mustard, Creole Seasoning, and Half & Half. Each serving provides about 867.76 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Creole Mustard, Creole Seasoning, Half & Half, Macaroni. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese?
- About 35 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 867.76 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese healthy?
- Creole Shrimp Mac and Cheese has an easyChef Pro health score of 34/100. Per serving, it provides 867.76 calories and 50.69 g of protein, or 101% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 694.7 mg (30% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 29.99 g (150% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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