shrimp casserole

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52 Pinches
Las Vegas, NV
Updated on Jan 22, 2013

Perfect for special company

prep time
cook time 15 Min
method Bake
yield 15 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 - green pepper, chopped
  • 2 - stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 - medium onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup finely, diced sweet red peppers
  • 3 pounds cooked, deveined shrimp
  • 1 cup crab meat
  • 4 - hard cooked eggs, sliced
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups light cream
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 cup buttered cracker crumbs

How To Make shrimp casserole

  • Step 1
    Combine green peppers, red peppers, celery, onion and saute in a small amount of butter or cooking oil; until vegetables are tender.
  • Step 2
    Ad shrimp, crab and eggs.
  • Step 3
    Melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add cream; cook until mixture thickens, stirring constantly.Add cheese, salt and pepper.
  • Step 4
    Add sauce to shrimp mixture; turn into a 3 quart casserole.Sprinkle crumbs over top. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes now or you can make a few hours ahead, and heat in a 350 degrees oven until bubbly when needed.

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Category: Fish
Category: Seafood
Category: Casseroles
Ingredient: Fish
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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