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Home » Dinner » Pasta » Po’Boy Mac and Cheese

Po’Boy Mac and Cheese

Created: August 25, 2016 Updated: November 16, 2020 by lyuba Leave a Comment

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You can’t imagine a more comforting dish than this homemade mac and cheese inspired by Louisiana’s favorite Po’Boy Sandwich and made with bell peppers, homemade fried shrimp and a spice kick.

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Po'Boy Mac and Cheese with fried shrimp on top in a bowl

Phew, August is almost over. August is the absolute busiest month for me, and my favorite month at the same time. Mine and my little man’s birthdays both fall on this month and it’s also back to school month. (Not to mention several other little man’s friend’s birthdays falling on August too.) Between the birthday, birthday parties, and back to school shopping, I end up being more physically and financially drained this month than during Christmas time. I’m glad the craziness is starting to settle down, even though it’s been a blast.

You’ve probably noticed that I haven’t been able to get more than a couple of recipes to you a week. I am sorry for leaving you without much of new recipes but I need a nap!

I need a nap and a massive amount of comfort food. It’s almost comfort food time and I can not wait, actually, I will not wait. Mac and cheese is one of the BEST comfort dishes out there and this one is especially good. This macaroni and cheese is an amazing comfort meal because it’s made with homemade fried shrimp. Fried shrimp, mac and cheese, and a whole lot of warmth.

Po'Boy Mac and Cheese with fried shrimp on top in a bowl with a fork to the right

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Po'Boy Mac and Cheese

Po'Boy Sandwich and made with bell peppers, homemade fried shrimp and a spice kick.
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Course: dinner, lunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: mac and cheese, Po Boy, Seafood, shrimp
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Author: Lyuba Brooke

Ingredients

  • 10 oz dry elbow macaroni
  • Fried Shrimp:
  • 1/2 lb shrimp
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup cornmeal
  • Salt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tsp hot sauce
  • 2-3 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • Mac and Cheese:
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1 lg red bell pepper cleaned and sliced thin
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tap cayenne pepper
  • Salt
  • 8 oz shredded Monterrey Jack cheese
  • 3-4 oz shredded mozzarella

Instructions

  • Heat frying oil to 350. Prepare a plate with a paper towel over it.
  • Prepare two shallow bowls. In one bowl, mix buttermilk and hot sauce. In another bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • Wash shrimp and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  • Batter shrimp by dredging them in flour mixture first, then in buttermilk, and then again in flour mixture.
  • Fry shrimp in batches (or all at the same time, depending on the size of the pot used for frying) for about 4 minutes, until they are golden brown. Take shrimp out with a metal slotted spoon onto the prepared paper towel.
  • Cook pasta while preparing shrimp. Drain and set aside in a big bowl.
  • Prepare sauce:
  • In a sauce pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced bell pepper and cook until softened.
  • Sprinkle flour over the peppers and mix well. While mixing, start slowly adding milk. Keep mixing and add paprika, cayenne pepper and some salt.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until it starts to thicken.
  • Add the cheeses while slowly stirring (leave a little bit of Mozzarella for topping). Keep stirring slowly until all smooth. Taste to see if you need to add more salt.
  • Mix cheese sauce into pasta.
  • Fold in shrimp. Transfer into a lightly greased casserole dish. (1.5 - 2 quart dish will work.) Spread some shredded Mozzarella on top.
  • Bake at 350 for 10-15 minutes.

Notes

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Po'Boy Mac and Cheese with fried shrimp on top in a bowl with a fork

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ABOUT LYUBA

I’m Lyuba Brooke, mother of 2, the cook, recipe developer, photographer, and author behind willcookforsmiles.com. I share many classic and original recipes, cooking tips, and tutorials. My passion is sharing delicious meals for everyone to try. Read more...

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I’m Lyuba Brooke, mother of 2, the cook, recipe developer, photographer, and author behind willcookforsmiles.com. I share many classic and original recipes, cooking tips, and tutorials. My passion is sharing delicious meals for everyone to try. Read More.

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