[Farmhouse Recipe] Our Family's Easy Gratin

Name: [Farmhouse Recipe] Our Family's Easy Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 50 grams Macaroni; 100 grams Chicken thigh meat; 50 grams Shrimp; 1/2 Onion; 30 grams Corn (canned); 400 ml Milk; 3 tbsp Plain flour; 3 tbsp Margarine (or butter); 1 tbsp Parmesan cheese; 1 Shredded pizza cheese; 1 Soup stock cube; 1 dash Salt and pepper

Servings: persons

50 grams Macaroni
100 grams Chicken thigh meat
50 grams Shrimp
1/2 Onion
30 grams Corn (canned)
400 ml Milk
3 tbsp Plain flour
3 tbsp Margarine (or butter)
1 tbsp Parmesan cheese
1 Shredded pizza cheese
1 Soup stock cube
1 dash Salt and pepper

1
Cut the onion into thin slices and chicken and shrimp into bite-sized pieces.
2
Cook the macaroni as directed on the package.
3
Melt margarine in a skillet, saute the onion and chicken for about 3 minutes.
4
Add the corn and shrimp, continue sauteing for 2 more minutes, then turn off the heat.
5
Add the flour in the Step 2 skillet, stir until incorporated for about 30 seconds.
6
Add the milk into the Step 3 skillet and mix it evenly.
7
Turn on the heat again and cook over medium heat.
8
Stir with a wooden spoon for about 5-7 minutes until thick.
9
Add the finely chopped soup stock cube and the parmesan cheese.
10
Adjust the taste with salt and pepper, and the white sauce is done.
11
Mix half of the sauce from Step 6 and the cooked macaroni, and put it in the casserole or gratin dish.
12
Pour the remaining white sauce onto the macaroni, top it with the shredded pizza cheese, and bake in the 250C oven until browned about 15 minutes and it is done.
13
It is very creamy and delicious.

296

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 50 grams Macaroni, 100 grams Chicken thigh meat, 50 grams Shrimp, 1/2 Onion, and more.

Yes, [Farmhouse Recipe] Our Family's Easy Gratin 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!