Seafood Macaroni and Cheese: 7 Delicious Ways to Indulge

Ingredients

• 8 oz elbow macaroni or cavatappi pasta
• Salt (for pasta water)
• 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup crab meat, fresh or canned, drained
• 1 cup scallops, cleaned and chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, or to taste
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Optional: Fresh parsley or chives for garnish