Cajun Mac & Cheese with Andouille Sausage
A comforting Cajun twist on classic mac and cheese, featuring creamy elbow macaroni, Andouille sausage, and bold flavors of Cajun seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Boil the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Andouille sausage in a large skillet with butter and olive oil until browned.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the milk and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted into a velvety sauce.
- Season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Coat the cooked macaroni in the cheese sauce until fully mixed.
- For some crunch, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top (optional).
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh parsley. Pair with a green salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg