mama's shrimp spaghetti

Name: MAMA'S SHRIMP SPAGHETTI
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 5 pound(s) shrimp, (31/35) peeled and deveined; 16 ounce(s) pkg, spaghetti, cooked; 1/2 cup(s) vegetable oil; 1/2 cup(s) pancake mix; 2 cup(s) chopped onion; 1/4 cup(s) chopped bell pepper; 1 tablespoon(s) minced garlic; 10 ounce(s) can rotel tomatoes; 12 ounce(s) tomato paste; 2 tablespoon(s) worcestershire sauce; 4 cup(s) water; 1 cup(s) chopped green onions; 1/4 cup(s) chopped parsley; 1 teaspoon(s) celery salt; - salt & pepper to taste

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carol benoit

Morgan City, LA

Updated on Feb 27, 2012

This is a recipe that Mama prepared for us that had an unusual ingredient (pancake mix), used to make a roux, which is used in the base for the sauce. Although Mama is no longer with us, I think of her each time I prepare this dish! Several years ago I was fortunate to be chosen to cook with a famous local chef, and be a part of his television cooking series that featured this special recipe. 20 of my friends and family were invited to be a part of the event, and the dish was enjoyed by everyone.

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prep time 20 Min

cook time 1 Hr

method ---

yield 8-10

Ingredients

5 pounds shrimp, (31/35) peeled and deveined
16 ounces pkg, spaghetti, cooked
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup pancake mix
2 cups chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
10 ounces can rotel tomatoes
12 ounces tomato paste
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
4 cups water
1 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 teaspoon celery salt
- salt & pepper to taste

How To Make mama's shrimp spaghetti

Step 1

In a 2 gallon stock pot, heat oil over medium high heat.

Step 2

Add pancake mix and stir constantly until dark brown roux is achieved.
Step 3

Add onions, bell pepper; Saute 3 to 5 minutes or until wilted, adding garlic last.
Step 4

Add Rotel and tomato paste, blending well into the roux mixture.
Step 5

Add Worcestershire and water; blend well to create a slightly thickened sauce.
Step 6

Bring to a rolling boil and reduce to simmer and add a quarter of shrimp. Bring back to medium low and cook for 30-45 minutes, stir occasionally.
Step 7

Add green onions, parsley and the remaining shrimp. Cook 15-20 minutes longer or until until sauce is to desired thickness and shrimp are cooked to your taste. Season with salt, pepper and celery salt to taste.
Step 8

Serve over spaghetti that has been cooked to desired doneness. Serve with your favorite type of garlic or cheese bread and ENJOY!
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