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February 24, 2014

Mac and Cheese Mania {Recipe: Crab Mac and Cheese}

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Crabby Mac and Cheese Recipe from www.dineanddish.netThe surgery I had a few weeks ago kind of knocked me on my rear for a bit. First, I had a reaction to the pain medication. Then, after a few weeks of feeling like absolute crud, I went back into the doctor and discovered I had an infection and was anemic. That pretty much explained why I just wanted to nap all day long, was so moody and couldn’t get up the motivation to do anything. Least of all, cook!

I finally started on an antibiotic this week and feel so much better. My level of energy is way up and my mood has improved as well. And, I finally feel like cooking (and blogging) again!

After weeks of eating out, it felt great to get back into the kitchen. What felt even better was having the first recipe I made, this Crabby Mac and Cheese, be an absolute hit. My husband stated, after chowing down on one serving “This could stand head to head with any of the seafood Mac & Cheese recipes I’ve had in some of the finest restaurants in Boston.” That made my day!

Crab Macaroni and Cheese Recipe from www.dineanddish.net

I’m sharing this incredible Crab Mac & Cheese recipe as part of Mac & Cheese Mania, hosted by my two friends, Rachel from Rachel Cooks and Brandy from Nutmeg Nanny. I hope you’ll visit both their blogs to check out the over 50 different Mac & Cheese recipes submitted by bloggers!

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Now, are you ready for this most AMAZING Crab Mac & Cheese Recipe? I made several adaptations to this Lobster Macaroni and Cheese recipe from the Food Network and I feel like I have an absolute winner. I hope you enjoy!

Crabby Mac and Cheese Recipe from www.dineanddish.net
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Crab Seafood Macaroni and Cheese

An amazing Crab Seafood Macaroni and Cheese recipe, ready to rival any Boston seafood restaurants offerings. Recipe adapted from The Neelys Lobster Macaroni and Cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter plus 1 tablespoon for greasing dish
  • Kosher salt
  • 1 pound penne pasta I prefer Delallo Foods Penne Pasta
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 4 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Zatarain's Big & Zesty original Creole seasoning
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 pound block Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 pound block Fontina cheese
  • 1 pound crab meat or imitation crab meat, chopped
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of butter and brush a 9x13 inch baking dish to grease.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain water from pasta and reserve.
  • Meanwhile, add 4 tablespoons butter to a large pot over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the garlic and sauté until translucent.
  • Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add the tomato paste and flour and stir, about 1 minute. Add the chicken broth and reduce by half, about 1 minute. Slowly add the cream, whisking well to remove any lumps.
  • Add the paprika, cayenne, Creole seasoning and bay leaves.
  • Bring the cream up to a simmer. Let cook until the cream is thick and can coat a spoon, about 5 minutes. When thickened, remove the bay leaves with a slotted spoon.
  • Stir in the cubed cheeses, a handful at a time, stirring well after each addition.
  • Add the chopped crab meat to the sauce and stir well.
  • Add the cooked pasta and stir well.
  • Carefully pour into buttered baking dish and sprinkle with panko crumbs.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and let rest 10 minutes before serving.

 

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  1. Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says

    February 24, 2014 at 6:48 am

    I have been seeing lobster mac n’ cheese EVERYWHERE. I love that you made a WAY more affordable version! This looks fab lady!

  2. Jennie @themessybakerblog says

    February 24, 2014 at 7:00 am

    I’m so happy to hear you’re feeling better. Feeling like crud is the pits. I think this crabby mac and cheese could cure just about anything. Pinned and shared!

  3. Meagan @ A Zesty Bite says

    February 24, 2014 at 7:54 am

    I’m so happy that you are feeling better. I absolutely love crab and now that you paired it with pasta I’m in love.

  4. Ali | Gimme Some Oven says

    February 24, 2014 at 8:04 am

    Gorgeous photos, Kristen! And I LOVE crab mac and cheese — sounds wonderful!

    So glad to hear that you’re feeling better too. 🙂

  5. Les in NE says

    February 24, 2014 at 8:15 am

    Oh.My.Goodness! We recently discovered Crab Mac & Cheese at a neighborhood bistro last month and after reading your recipe, I know this will be a huge hit with my husband (and me!). We’re trying to eat healthier, but seafood’s good for you, right? 😉 Can’t wait to try this, Kristen. Thanks!
    So glad to hear you’re feeling better!

  6. Liz @ The Lemon Bowl says

    February 24, 2014 at 8:31 am

    Holy heck this is the real deal!!!! I love the creole seasoning addition – I need to use that more often in my life!

  7. Erin | The Law Student's Wife says

    February 24, 2014 at 9:47 am

    So happy to hear that you are doing better! This crab mac and cheese looks like a dreamy welcome back to the kitchen. DEFINITELY a winner 🙂

  8. cassie says

    February 24, 2014 at 10:23 am

    So so glad you are feeling better and back to whipping out recipes. I adore this one, Kristen!

  9. Sarah says

    February 24, 2014 at 10:38 am

    Uhm… WOW! I love me some crab and can’t wait to taste it in this Mac! This sounds so delicious I can barely stand it.

  10. Gwen @simplyhealthyfamily says

    February 24, 2014 at 12:02 pm

    I’m sorry to hear about your bad luck after surgery, that happened to me too, no fun at all!
    This is my idea of a perfect special treat, patio and wine worthy!

  11. Amy @Very Culinary says

    February 24, 2014 at 12:04 pm

    So glad to hear you’re feeling better. Yay for drugs and Mac and Cheese. LOVE this one!

  12. Sues says

    February 24, 2014 at 2:22 pm

    Delicious!! And now I want to know which Boston restaurants your husband has had amazing seafood mac and cheese dishes at 🙂

  13. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    February 24, 2014 at 2:51 pm

    Oh no! I hope you’re back to fully normal soon. That totally sucks. 🙁

    This mac and cheese? Totally does NOT suck. I NEEEEEEEED it!

  14. rachel says

    February 24, 2014 at 4:28 pm

    Gorgeous! Gorgeous! Gorgeous!
    I adore lobster mac and cheese and crab mac and cheese, and having just returned from NOLA – I’m all over seafood right now.
    Delicious recipe, Kristen! Glad you’re doing better <3

  15. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts says

    February 24, 2014 at 5:38 pm

    Glad to hear you are feeling better! I fell yesterday and severely sprained my ankle, so I am couch ridden right now. I am going crazy after just 2 days! I can’t imagine what your last couple weeks have been like. This mac n’ cheese looks like pure heaven. Creamy, indulgent, and has crab!

  16. Heather @ French Press says

    February 24, 2014 at 9:52 pm

    now this is crabby that I can handle – oh my YUM

  17. Tieghan says

    February 24, 2014 at 10:05 pm

    So happy you are feeling better. That must have been really tough, but I am glad you are back! And back with a bang! This mac and cheese is calling my name. It looks to die for!

  18. gorras new era says

    February 25, 2014 at 12:16 am

    Good Blog … your blog is very helpful…

  19. Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps says

    February 25, 2014 at 1:05 am

    Crab + Mac and Cheese = My heaven

  20. simple green moms says

    February 25, 2014 at 8:14 am

    ohhh goodness! so glad we stumbled across this recipe! And your blog… love it =)

  21. Lori @ RecipeGirl says

    February 25, 2014 at 8:41 am

    Everything about this Mac and Cheese is perfect. YUM!

  22. Amanda says

    February 25, 2014 at 8:54 am

    I’m loving these Mac ‘N Cheese recipes y’all are doing! So craving these now! 🙂

  23. TidyMom says

    February 25, 2014 at 9:40 am

    this looks delicious Kristen!

  24. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

    February 25, 2014 at 11:07 am

    I’m so glad that you’re feeling better! Love this Crab mac and cheese, I would gobble that up in a heart beat!

  25. Kim Beaulieu says

    February 26, 2014 at 5:10 pm

    This looks absolutely delicious Kristen. Glad to hear you’re feeling better too. xx

  26. Laurie {Simply Scratch} says

    February 26, 2014 at 5:48 pm

    This looks insanely good, Kristen! Glad to hear that you’re on the mend 🙂

  27. Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says

    February 27, 2014 at 11:25 am

    I’ll have to bookmark this recipe for my fiances birthday! He LOVES seafood and macaroni and cheese! I could make mine vegetarian and just leave out the crab!

  28. Carol at Wild Goose Tea says

    February 27, 2014 at 6:38 pm

    Gosh, I am glad to hear you are feeling better too, especially with 4 kids. I live in Washington State in a town on salt water. We have crabs! I have had lobster mac and cheese. But hey why bring a shell fish all the way from the east coast.

  29. El says

    February 27, 2014 at 7:23 pm

    I’m sorry to hear about your being sick. Thank goodness for antibiotics- glad you’re on the mend. The mac and cheese should help with recovery. Looks great!

  30. merry lu says

    February 28, 2014 at 1:29 am

    OH MY! You probably don’t know this about e, but I am CRAZY about anything CRAB! It’s relative unavailability is about the only thing I don’t like about living in KS. I will definitely be making this. SOON! (Though I will have to substitute Old Bay for the Zattarran’s. You can’t take all the Maryland out of the Kansas girl. 🙂

    • merry lu says

      February 28, 2014 at 1:32 am

      P.S. I am so glad you are finally feeling better, I know it’s no fun to be down for so long. (((HUGS)))

  31. Heidi @foodiecrush says

    February 28, 2014 at 1:44 am

    Seriously, I could sit with your husband and we could probably both extoll the virtues of your mac n cheese. Look at that velvet cheese layer! I’m happy our mac flavorings both headed to the crustacean regions. Must be something in the water. XO

  32. Rachel Cooks says

    February 28, 2014 at 8:10 am

    I’m so glad you’re feeling better! And thanks for helping us kick off mac and cheese mania (and for all your great advice re: the event!). I’m not a huge seafood fan but I’m pretty sure I could devour a bowl of this! Looks phenomenal!

  33. Erin @ Texanerin Baking says

    March 2, 2014 at 8:53 am

    I’m sorry you haven’t been well. 🙁 I’m happy to hear that the medicine is helping, though! And this mac and cheese is amazing. Don’t you just love it when stuff works out the first time? Such a rarity around here so I cherish those moments. 😉

  34. Dawn says

    March 4, 2014 at 3:02 pm

    This looks delicious! We love mac and cheese at our house and crab. I’ve had it before in restaurants, but have never made it. I can’t wait to try your recipe.

  35. Jackie says

    March 7, 2014 at 8:17 am

    Very interesting idea – I always fool around with my mac ‘n cheese, but crab is something I never thought to add. Intriguing idea, thanks much!

  36. Lianna says

    June 22, 2014 at 5:25 am

    God, my mouth is watering just looking at the pic! Wil Make as Soon As I Can…

  37. Jill Roberts @ WellnessGeeky says

    January 4, 2018 at 12:11 pm

    This is absolutely magnificent, scrumptious, delicious, super yummy crab macaroni and cheese. Thx Kristen!

  38. Bella Hardy @ Healthnerdy says

    July 2, 2018 at 4:14 am

    5 stars
    Oh, my! This crab macaroni and cheese was delicious – and so easy to make! Thanks so much!

  39. Robin Hamilton @Wellness Wires says

    September 24, 2018 at 5:10 am

    5 stars
    That crab macaroni and cheese looked soooo good, I had to try and make them. I used your suggestion and used Kosher salt.

    • Kristen says

      September 24, 2018 at 1:18 pm

      Yay! So glad you liked it, Robin! Thanks for letting me know!

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We’re over here dragging ourselves across the school finish line...so close to done physically, but over done, mentally. Can you relate?

My coaching business is going great, I’m working with some truly incredible, inspiring women right now which makes me so happy! I’ll be launching 2 new group coaching  classes (for women and entrepreneurs) in a few weeks so be sure to follow @rockyourhappy if you are interested in being updated on those!

Jacob comes home from college this week and my parents are coming to visit for a couple of weeks as well. And it’s almost my favorite time of the year, summer!! 

How are things going with you? What’s going good and making you happy? Or what do you need a hand or listening ear with? Touch base! I’ve missed you!

#pinkflowers🌸 #happyday💕 #touchingbase #spreadhappiness #thursdaytherapy #lifecoachforwomen #springflowersmakemehappy
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Book Lovers Giveaway (read to the end)!!! ⬇️ ⬇️ 

Supporting my local independent bookstore @rainydaybooks looks a lot different than it used to these days. Temporarily gone are the days of lingering in store, browsing the shelves, walking out with an armful of books I didn’t expect to buy. The pandemic has made independent bookstores pivot in ways they’ve never had to before, but I’m so happy to say they are CRUSHING IT! And as we virtually celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on 4/24, I wanted to share a way you too can help keep Independent bookstores afloat now (and in the future).

You know I’m a huge fan of @librofm , the absolute best audiobook alternative that gives money back to the independent bookstore of your choice with your audiobook purchases. Well, to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day on 4/24, they are giving YOU a free audiobook! Here’s what you need to do…

Spend $15 or more at your bookstore between April 24th and 26th. Submit your receipt at libro.fm/ibd and Libro.fm will email you a link to your free audiobook by April 28th! Easy peasy, right?

Wait! There’s more! 🌟 I’d love to give one Dine & Dish follower the chance to win a 3 month @Librofm audiobook membership. To enter, simply tag your favorite independent bookstore here and tell me what you love the most about it! That’s it! Winner will be chosen at random on April 27th. Yay, books!

#indiebookstoreday #indiebookstore #bookstoreshoutout 
#booksbooksandmorebooks #bookgiveaway #audiobook #librofm #independentbookstore @indiebookstoreday
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Can’t believe we’re doing the college tour thing already with my second baby! 

So question for any of you who sent your kids to out of state schools or went to out of state schools...how did you do it? She wants to get the heck out of Kansas (I’d like to go with her!). We have money saved, she’ll most likely get a scholarship or two, she’s paying and has money saved as well...but even with that out of state tuition is a beast of an amount. So, did you just assume that student loans were going to be part of that life? And is that worth it to give your kids a shot at a new life outside of your home state? I wish I would have left Kansas for university, and have been here since I was born 😩. I want different for her if that’s what she wants but also just don’t have any experience with how people do out of state college! Any tips?

#collegetour #bestlifenow #outofstate #studentloans #junioryear #kansasstate #adviceneeded
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J is for...jam!
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My friend @wakschmale makes the best strawberry jam...and I completely forgot about a jar she gave me last year until this morning. Which then inspired me to make my favorite buttermilk biscuits. So so good. Are you a jam, honey, just butter or plain biscuit fan? I love biscuits allll the ways, except with gravy. I have super bad memories of biscuits and gravy growing up. 🤢
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I’m still slowly making my way through the alphabet for @kimklassen_innercircle a-z photo challenge. I’m bound and determined to finish. It may just take me a little longer than I originally anticipated 🤗.
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#homemadejam #eatcaptureshare #biscuitsandjam #homemadebiscuits #sundaybaking #easylikesundaymorning #foodphotograph #foodpics #slowsunday #breakfastathome #kimklassen_innercircle
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It took me 2 months to get this Crispy Chickpea Pantry Pasta recipe up on the blog. 🤦‍♀️But it’s there now! You can find the link in my Instagram profile.
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Also, just noticed Instagram took away the like count on posts. I kind of like that...what do you think?
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#pastarecipe #chickpeapasta #dinnerideas #dinnerrecipes #vegetarianrecipe #eatcaptureshare #slowblogging  #totallifechanges
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I is for Inspiration!
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The “long haul” effects of having Covid back in December are really presenting themselves lately. The continuous persistent headaches are taking a toll and the connection between the brain fog and word retrieval function of my brain has been extra challenging. I had no idea a couple months out, the cognitive effects would still be hanging around.
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With that said, when I get a burst of inspiration I’m grabbing on for dear life. I made our favorite chocolate chip cookies recipe yesterday and felt the desire to update the blog post photos from 2007! We make these cookies all the time, so I’m not sure why it’s taken me so many years to give that poor post some new photos.
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If you’re interested in the recipe you can find the link currently in my profile. Enjoy!!
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@kimklassen_innercircle #kimklassen_innercircle #chocolatechipcookie #cookiestagram #foodphotography #feedfeedbaking #plateofcookies #cookiephotography #eatcaptureshare #recipeoftheweek
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H is for...high!
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It was so strange being on a plane again. I’m so thankful I have the antibodies because the flights were full, which seemed wrong, but everyone around me did seem to keep their masks on, so that was good.
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I can’t wait until travel becomes a regular part of life again. I’ve missed it so much!
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 @kimklassen_innercircle @southwestair @windowswap #cloudphotography #cloudsofinstagram #flightview #iflyswa #imisstravelling #skylove #planepics #myviewtoday #beautifulviews
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G is for...oh so grateful!

I flew to South Texas yesterday to visit my parents whom I haven’t seen in 2 years. They live around 17 hours away from us. We typical get to see each other a few times a year but with the pandemic and other health issues it just wasn’t able to happen and I’ve missed them soooo much.

Grateful to have had COVID last month. Although it was not at all fun, it gave me the antibodies to make this trip possible. My dad is having surgery tomorrow so I’m helping with my mom so my dad can recover without having to worry about her.

Kansas is enjoying frigid temperatures and snow. I picked a great week to head south.
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#palmtrees🌴 #palmtreesfordays #blueskiesandsunshine #wintersun #texasskies #kimklassen_innercircle @kimklassen_innercircle #silverlining
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F is for...food photography.
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This time of year especially, food photography (and I guess all photography actually) is a tug of war with time and light. I had planned on making and photographing a delicious pasta recipe, but my grocery delivery ran a couple of hours late because of snowstorm. So, at the eleventh hour I decided to make a cake...that took over an hour to bake and I had about 90 minutes of natural light left...leaving me with about 30 minutes of ok light to work with.
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Anyway, this wouldn't work for a client shoot because the cake, although delicious, didn't turn out looking so great. But it will work great for today's F photo for the @kimklassen_innercircle A-Z photo project:) Lemon Citrus Yogurt Cake from this weeks @cabotcheese newsletter. So good!
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#eatcake #eatcaptureshare #eatcakebehappy #lemoncake #cakecakecakecake #foodiegram #yahoofood #dessertsofinstagram #sweettooth #kimklassen_innercircle #fisforfood
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