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lady bird johnson's shrimp squash casserole

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Private Recipe by
Raven Higheagle
Prescott, AZ

Lady Bird Johnson was the wife and first lady of President Lyndon B Johnson. She was famous for many reasons and a great cook too boot.

yield serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For lady bird johnson's shrimp squash casserole

  • 1 1/2 lb
    yellow squash, silced 1/4 inch thick, rounds
  • 3/4 c
    medium raw shrimp, devained and tails removed
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 2 Tbsp
    flour
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/8 tsp
    black pepper
  • 1 c
    chicken stock
  • 1 c
    heavy cream
  • 1 Tbsp
    instant minced onion
  • 1/2 c
    coarse bread crumbs
  • 1/4 c
    grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter

How To Make lady bird johnson's shrimp squash casserole

  • 1
    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Thoroughly rinse the shrimp under cold water. Drain.
  • 2
    Heat the 3 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Blend in flour and salt and pepper. Cook until it bubbles. Remove from heat and add chicken stock gradually whisking constantly. Bring to a boil, cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Blend in heavy cream and minced onions. mix in raw shrimp.
  • 3
    Put a layer of the squash in the bottom of 1 1/2 quart casserole with lid, Then cover with half of the shrimp mixture, Repeat layer with squash and remaining shrimp mixture.
  • 4
    Cover tightly and bake for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan. Toss in the bread crumbs and parmesan cheese.
  • 5
    After 30 minutes, Remove the casserole and reduce the oven heat to 350 degrees. Remove cover from casserole an =d top with bread crumb mixture. return to the oven uncovered and cook 15 minutes or until golden brown
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