Sometimes ya just gotta try somethin' a little different. Next time your in the Cajun mood try this.
Cajun Macaroni & Cheese
2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried mustard
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 1/2 cups milk
2 cups diced Andouille sausage
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs seasoned with 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt one tablespoon of butter and cook onion until softened, about four minutes. Add remaining butter. When melted, add flour forming a roux. Add salt, mustard, and pepper; stir until well blended. Gradually stir in milk until blended. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, until mixture has thickened, about two minutes. Add cheese and stir until melted. Remove from heat.
Combine mixture with Andouille, Cajun seasoning, and macaroni in a large buttered casserole dish. Sprinkle seasoned bread crumbs over casserole and cook at 350° F. for 30 minutes or until golden brown.
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