Cajun Mac and Cheese
1 lb rigatoni pasta
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb andouille sausage, diced
1 large onion, chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped
2 green bell peppers, chopped
½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
½ cup parmesan cheese, shredded
3 tbsp butter
3 tbsp flour
1 tsp cayenne pepper
15 oz coconut milk
6 oz evaporated milk
2 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp ground dry mustard
7 oz extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
5 oz smoked mozzarella, shredded
2 tbsp parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Non-stick cooking spray
Preheat oven to 350-deg. Coat a 13” x 9” baking dish with the non-stick spray.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then cook the pasta according to package directions. Once cooked, drain, then return to the pot and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil until it begins to shimmer, then add the andouille. Break up the sausage with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes.
Add the onion, celery, and peppers and cook until softened, about 5 minutes, then set the pan aside.
In a small bowl, toss together the breadcrumbs and parmesan. Set aside.
In a separate skillet, melt the butter over medium high, then whisk in the flour and cayenne, and continue to stir until the roux is smooth and browned, about 4 minutes.
Gradually add the coconut milk, whisking until fully incorporated after each addition before adding more. Then repeat the process with the evaporated milk. Season with the mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Working in batches, sprinkle in the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, whisking constantly until melted before adding more.
Once the cheeses have melted, stir in the sausage and vegetable mixture and cook for an additional two minutes. Then pour into the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle with the Panko-parmesan mixture, then bake in the oven for 30 minutes or until the crust is browned and the cheeses are bubbly. Let sit for five minutes before serving, garnished with the parsley.
Approximate Nutritional Values: http://www.food.com/recipe/cajun-mac-and-cheese-407950
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