Dungeness Crab Mac And Cheese Recipe

Name: Dungeness Crab Mac And Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces elbow pasta or medium-size shell pasta; 1/2 cup panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs); 1/2 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese (preferably using a Microplane, which makes the cheese fluffier); 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 teaspoons fresh or 1 tsp. dried thyme leaves; 2 tablespoons salted butter; 2 tablespoons flour; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne; 3 1/2 cups whole milk, warmed; 1 cup grated sharp white cheddar; 12 ounces shelled, flaked Dungeness crab; 1 green onion, sliced 1/4 in. thick

Servings: persons

12 ounces elbow pasta or medium-size shell pasta
1/2 cup panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs)
1/2 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese (preferably using a Microplane, which makes the cheese fluffier)
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh or 1 tsp. dried thyme leaves
2 tablespoons salted butter
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
3 1/2 cups whole milk, warmed
1 cup grated sharp white cheddar
12 ounces shelled, flaked Dungeness crab
1 green onion, sliced 1/4 in. thick

1
Arrange an oven rack 5 in. from heat and preheat broiler. Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well, then rinse with cold water. Drain again and set aside.
2
In a small bowl, mix panko, parmesan, oil, and thyme. Set aside.
3
Melt butter in a large ovenproof frying pan over medium-high heat. Add flour, salt, pepper, and cayenne; cook, whisking, until bubbling and light tan, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Add milk and cook, whisking, until small bubbles appear at edge of pan and sauce just begins to thicken, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low, add cheddar, and whisk until blended. Add crab and reserved pasta; toss gently to mix and heat through.
4
Spread crab mixture evenly in pan and scatter with panko mixture. Transfer to oven and broil until bread crumbs are well browned, about 1 minute. Top with green onions.
5
Wine pairing: Cinder 2015 Dry Viognier (Washington and Idaho; $18).

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces elbow pasta or medium-size shell pasta, 1/2 cup panko (Japanese-style bread crumbs), 1/2 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese (preferably using a Microplane, which makes the cheese fluffier), 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Dungeness Crab Mac And Cheese falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Dungeness Crab Mac And Cheese

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