CAJUN CHEESY CRAWFISH MAC & CHEESE

Prep time 
15 mins 

Cook time 
30 mins 

Total time 
45 mins 

Recipe by: George Graham 
Serves: 6 

Ingredients 

• 12 oz elbow macaroni  
• 2 tablespoons butter  
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour  
• 2 cups whole milk  
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese  
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese  
• 1/2 pound Louisiana crawfish tails  
• 1/4 cup diced bell pepper  
• 1/4 cup diced onion  
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (go light for kids)  
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder  
• Salt and black pepper, to taste  
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional for topping)  

Instructions 

1. Cook the pasta 
   Boil macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.  
2. Cook the vegetables 
   In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. 
   Add onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 4–5 minutes.  
3. Make the cheese sauce 
   Stir flour into the butter mixture and cook 1 minute. 
   Slowly whisk in milk until smooth. Simmer until thickened.  
4. Add cheese & seasoning 
   Stir in cheddar, mozzarella, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until melted and creamy.  
5. Add crawfish & pasta 
   Fold in crawfish tails and cooked macaroni. Stir until coated.  
6. Bake (optional but recommended) 
   Pour into a greased baking dish, top with breadcrumbs, and bake at 375°F for 15 minutes until bubbly and golden.  
7. Serve 
   Let cool slightly before serving