Seafood Mac Colby Jack Cheese
A quick and creamy seafood mac and cheese dish that combines nostalgic flavors with indulgent cheese goodness, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 1 pound macaroni noodles Elbow macaroni or any short pasta.
Cheeses
- 16 ounces Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes Adds creamy texture.
- 32 ounces Colby Jack cheese, shredded Essential for flavor.
Seafood
- to taste shrimp, crab, or a mix Pre-cooked seafood.
Seasonings
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
Cook the Macaroni Noodles
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the macaroni until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Melt the Velveeta
- In a large pot on low heat, melt the Velveeta cheese cubes while stirring regularly.
Add the Colby Jack Cheese
- Once Velveeta is melted, mix in the shredded Colby Jack cheese until fully combined.
Mix in the Cooked Macaroni
- Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese mixture and stir until well coated.
Incorporate the Seafood
- Gently fold in the seafood and season with salt and pepper. Cook on low heat for 5-10 minutes.
Serve and Enjoy!
- Serve warm and enjoy the cheesy goodness.
Notes
For best results, keep the heat low when melting cheese to avoid clumping. If using frozen seafood, ensure it is fully cooked and thawed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 1100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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