INGREDIENTS

• 16 oz box uncooked cavatappi pasta
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ¼ teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
• 1 cup parmesan cheese
• 16 oz Ultra Natural Cajun Shrimp

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350°. Lightly grease a large 6 quart baking dish with olive oil and set aside.
2. Cook the pasta until al dente, according to package directions. Remove from heat, then drain and place in a large bowl. Set aside.
3. Melt butter in a deep saucepan.
4. Whisk in flour over medium heat and continue whisking for 1 minute, until bubbly and golden.
5. Gradually whisk in milk and heavy whipping cream until nice and smooth. Whisk in salt, pepper, and spices.
6. Add ½ of the shredded cheese and whisk until smooth. Then add the additional cheese and continue whisking, until creamy and smooth. Sauce will be nice and thick.
7. Add pasta until combined and fully coated.
8. Add cajun shrimp.
9. Pour mac-n-cheese into a prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of parmesan cheese.
10. Bake for 30-40 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.

Serves 12