Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Peel and devein the shrimp if necessary.
Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain well.
In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the cooked macaroni with sour cream until all noodles are evenly coated.
Stir in the crab meat.
Add the finely chopped spring onion.
Grate the white cheddar and mozzarella cheeses separately, setting them aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt butter and cook the shrimp until just done. Remove the shrimp, let them cool slightly, then chop and add to the macaroni mixture.
In the same pan, sauté the chopped onions until tender.
Sprinkle flour over the onions, mix well, and let it cook for about a minute to brown slightly.
Gradually add evaporated milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
Slowly add the grated cheddar, stirring constantly until completely melted.
Pour the cheese sauce over the macaroni and seafood mixture, stirring to combine everything well.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer the mixture into a buttered baking dish.
Top with grated mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with bread crumbs.
For added color, sprinkle a little paprika on top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is lightly browned.
Serve warm and savor the deliciousness of Seafood Macaroni and Cheese!
Relish in the comfort and creaminess of this dish that beautifully marries the richness of the sea with the heartiness of mac and cheese!
