Old Bay Crab Mac and Cheese
A rich, indulgent baked mac and cheese with a true Maryland twist. Tender pasta is coated in a velvety, buttery cheese sauce, generously seasoned with Old Bay for its signature blend of warmth and gentle spice. Sweet, delicate crab is folded through for a coastal touch that pays homage to the birthplace of Old Bay, bringing authentic Chesapeake Bay flavour to every bite. Finished in the oven until golden and bubbling, and topped with crunchy oyster crackers for added texture, this dish delivers classic comfort with a distinctive seaside flair.
A rich, indulgent baked mac and cheese with a true Maryland twist. Tender pasta is coated in a velvety, buttery cheese sauce, generously seasoned with Old Bay for its signature blend of warmth and gentle spice. Sweet, delicate crab is folded through for a coastal touch that pays homage to the birthplace of Old Bay, bringing authentic Chesapeake Bay flavour to every bite. Finished in the oven until golden and bubbling, and topped with crunchy oyster crackers for added texture, this dish delivers classic comfort with a distinctive seaside flair.
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F / 180°C Fan / Gas Mark 6. Cook macaroni as directed on package for al dente pasta. Rinse under cold water; drain well.
- Melt 6 tablespoons of the butter in same saucepan on medium heat. Sprinkle with flour and 2 tablespoons of the OLD BAY. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until well blended. Gradually stir in milk until smooth. Bring to simmer, stirring constantly; cook 3 minutes or until mixture begins to thicken. Stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Remove from heat. Add macaroni and crab meat, tossing gently to coat in cheese sauce. Transfer to 3.5 liter baking dish, lightly coated with cooking oil spray.
- Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in large microwave safe bowl. mix in oyster cracker crumbs and remaining 1 teaspoon OLD BAY. Sprinkle crumb mixture evenly over top of mac and cheese.
- Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until bubbly and top is golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
