Pesto Shrimp Mac And Cheese Recipes

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PESTO SHRIMP MAC & CHEESE



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While garlic, basil, and pine nuts upgrade the flavor, shrimp ups the heartiness in this comfort food classic.

Provided by Midwest Living

Categories     Food

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound fresh or frozen medium shrimp in shells
8 ounces dried elbow macaroni (2 cups)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
¼ cup butter, melted
1 cup half-and-half
1 ¼ cups shredded fontina cheese (5 oz.)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
1 ½ cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves, chopped
Fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Peel and devein shrimp, removing tails. Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels. Chop shrimp and set aside.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.
  • In large bowl stir together eggs, butter, half-and-half, 1 cup of the fontina cheese, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, garlic, pine nuts, chopped basil, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir in shrimp and macaroni. Transfer to buttered 2-quart casserole. Top with remaining cheeses.
  • Bake, uncovered, 40 to 45 minutes or until heated through and shrimp pieces are opaque. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Top with fresh basil leaves. Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 254 mg, Fat 27 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 694 mg

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

PESTO SHRIMP MAC & CHEESE



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Get ready to give out the recipe when you bring this updated version of everyone's favorite casserole to your next potluck.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound fresh or frozen medium shrimp in shells
8 ounce dried elbow macaroni (2 cups)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
0.25 cup butter, melted
1 cup half-and-half
1.25 cup shredded fontina cheese (5 oz.)
0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
1.5 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves, chopped
Fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Peel and devein shrimp, removing tails. Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels. Chop shrimp and set aside.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.
  • In large bowl stir together eggs, butter, half-and-half, 1 cup of the fontina cheese, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, garlic, pine nuts, chopped basil, and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Stir in shrimp and macaroni. Transfer to buttered 2-quart casserole. Top with remaining cheeses.
  • Bake, uncovered, 40 to 45 minutes or until heated through and shrimp pieces are opaque. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Top with fresh basil leaves. Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 254 mg, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 694 mg, Fat 27 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

PESTO SHRIMP MAC&CHEESE



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This recipe was the winner in the casseroles category in Better Homes & Gardens "Your Best Recipes" contest. We had it last night and it was great!!

Provided by TasteTester

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb medium shrimp, in shells
8 ounces dried elbow macaroni (2 cups)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup half-and-half
1 1/4 cups shredded Fontina cheese (5 oz.)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
1 1/2 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Fresh or frozen shrimp can be used. If frozen, thaw before preparing recipe. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Peel and devein shrimp, removing tails. Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels. Chop shrimp and set aside.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.
  • In large bowl stir together eggs, butter, half-and-half, 1 cup of the fontina cheese, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, garlic, pine nuts, chopped basil, and 1/4 teaspoons each salt and pepper. Stir in shrimp and macaroni. Transfer to buttered 2-quart casserole. Top with remaining cheeses.
  • Bake, uncovered, 40 to 45 minutes or until heated through and shrimp pieces are opaque. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521.2, Fat 27.3, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 254.4, Sodium 516.6, Carbohydrate 34.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 33.7

PESTO SHRIMP MAC AND CHEESE



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Make and share this Pesto Shrimp Mac and Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb fresh shrimp or 1 lb frozen medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 ounces dried elbow macaroni (2 cups)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup half-and-half
1 1/4 cups shredded Fontina cheese (5 oz.)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
1 1/2 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves, chopped
fresh basil leaf

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Remove tails from shrimp. Rinse shrimp, pat dry with paper towels. Chop shrimp and set aside.
  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.
  • In large bowl stir together eggs, butter, half-and-half, 1 cup of the fontina cheese, 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, garlic, pine nuts, chopped basil, and 1/4 teaspoons each salt and pepper. Stir in shrimp and macaroni. Transfer to buttered 2-quart casserole. Top with remaining cheeses.
  • Bake uncovered, 40 to 45 minutes or until heated through and shrimp pieces are opaque. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Top with fresh basil leaves.

GREEK SHRIMP MAC AND CHEESE #RSC



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Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Contest Entry. I love mac and cheese and my version features Greek ingredients such as yogurt, fresh spinach, lemon zest and feta cheese. The star of the cheese sauce is the Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing...it takes it to over the top amazing! The guests at my Superbowl party loved every bite of it!

Provided by curlykcook

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb elbow macaroni
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 3/4 cups low-fat milk
3/4 cup Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing
1 cup low fat Greek yogurt
1/2 lemon, zest of
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cups shredded parmesan cheese
salt
black pepper
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
2 ounces crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Butter a 3 quart baking dish or a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
  • Boil 4 quarts of water. Add macaroni and 1 tsp salt and return to a boil. Cook uncovered until al dente, about 9 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain, rinse with cold water and set aside.
  • In a medium pot, bring 5 cups water to a boil. Add shrimp and boil until opaque, about 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large pot, combine milk, ranch dressing, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, oregano and nutmeg. Let cook over medium heat until it simmers, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add macaroni, shrimp and spinach to pot with cheese sauce. Mix well and spread into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with feta cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until feta cheese starts to get golden brown.

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