Creamy Crab Mac & Cheese Bake Recipe

Preparation Time: 15m
Cook Time: 25m
Total Time: 40m
Servings: 4

October 11, 2024 4.8

Indulge in this luxurious crab mac and cheese, combining the richness of a creamy cheese sauce with tender, sweet crab meat. Baked to perfection with a crispy topping, this dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking to elevate a classic comfort meal.

Ingredients:

300g pasta (such as elbow or penne)
200g crab meat
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
2 cups milk
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper, to taste
Pinch of nutmeg
Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish

Instructions:

1 Cook the Pasta
Boil your favourite pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2 Prepare the Cheese Sauce
In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and whisk in flour to create a roux. Slowly pour in milk, whisking until smooth. Add grated cheddar, Gruyère, and parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy.
3 Combine with Crab
Stir cooked pasta into the cheese sauce, then gently fold in the crab meat. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
4 Bake
Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with panko breadcrumbs and extra cheese. Bake at 180°C for 20 minutes until golden and bubbling. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.