shrimp in creamy garlic sauce

HARRIMAN, TN
Updated on Apr 21, 2011

Quick & Easy! This uses the same sauce I made for my "Easy Cheesy Creamed Spinach & Garlic", but without the Parmesan. I served this with Asian-style vegetables and Roasted Red Potatoes. Remove the tails & serve with crackers and this makes a very tasty appetizer!!

prep time
cook time
method Stove Top
yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2-3 tablespoons garlic powder (add more if you want a strong garlic flavor)
  • 3/4 - 1 cups milk (more or less to get the right consistency)
  • 1/4 cup evaporated milk **
  • 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, cooked, peeled and deveined
  • - fresh parsley for garnish

How To Make shrimp in creamy garlic sauce

  • Step 1
    In a small saucepan over Medium heat, melt butter.
  • Step 2
    Add flour. Adjust amount, if needed, to make a rue.
  • Step 3
    Add garlic. Whisk until smooth.
  • Step 4
    ** Add milks, pouring slowly while whisking to avoid lumps. (You can use more or less of each kind of milk to suit your taste. I like to add some Evap. milk to the regular to add creaminess.)
  • Step 5
    Whisk until blended well.
  • Step 6
    Add shrimp & cook on low until heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Step 7
    Serve with chopped fresh parsley sprinkled on top.

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Category: Fish
Category: Seafood
Culture: Asian
Keyword: #shrimp
Ingredient: Seafood
Method: Stove Top

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