Cajun Mac and Cheese

Cajun Mac and Cheese is a flavor-packed dish that is sure to please! With its creamy, cheesy base and a hint of spicy cajun seasoning, this dish takes the classic mac and cheese to a whole new level. Our Cajun Mac and Cheese is the perfect, irresistible comfort meal. If you’re tired of plain macaroni and cheese and crave a dish that’s bursting with bold flavors, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re seeking a quick weeknight meal or looking to impress guests with a flavorful twist on a beloved favorite, our Cajun Mac and Cheese is sure to satisfy your cravings.

Author: It is a Keeper

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Servings: 10 Servings

Calories: 667 kcal per serving

Ingredients

32 ounces - Andouille Sausage
3 cups - elbow noodles
1 cup - Milk
1 cup - Heavy whipping cream
2 - eggs
1 tsp - Paprika
1 tbsp - Dried basil
1 tbsp - Cajun seasoning
1 tsp - Salt
1 tsp - Pepper
6 cups - Cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350F.
Prepare a 9" x 13" casserole dish by applying grease and keep it aside.
Cut the andouille sausage into small chunks. Cook the sausage beforehand and keep it aside.
Prepare the elbow noodles as per the instructions on the package.
Combine the milk, heavy whipping cream, and eggs thoroughly by whisking while the noodles cook.
Whisk the paprika, 2 teaspoons of basil, 2 teaspoons of cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper into the milk mixture.
After cooking the noodles, don't drain them and instead put them directly into the milk mixture. Additionally, include the sliced and precooked sausage.
Mix in 4 cups of cheese into the milk mixture and stir in with the noodles and sausage until well coated.
Transfer the mac and cheese blend into the casserole dish that has been prepared.
Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of cheese on top and then add the remaining 1 teaspoon of basil and cajun seasoning.
Bake the casserole dish for 35 minutes by covering it with tin foil. Once done, remove the tin foil and continue baking until the cheese melts entirely.

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