How to Make an Easy Crab Mac and Cheese | Perfect for a Date Night Dinner!

crab meat

🥗Healthier: cooked shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Shrimp provides a similar seafood flavor at a lower cost.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories without sacrificing creaminess.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat alternative.

Prepare the Mac and Cheese according to the box instructions.

While the pasta is cooking, heat the crab cakes in a separate pan until warmed through.

Once the pasta is ready, mix in the crab cakes, milk, and butter until well combined.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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