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shrimp and crabmeat augratin

Recipe by
Iris Bonanno
Brusly, LA

Louisiana blue crabs and shrimp makes this dish simply the best. Full of beautiful shrimp and lump crabmeat in a creamy cheese sauce that is so satisfying.

yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 1 Hr
cook time 20 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For shrimp and crabmeat augratin

  • 1 lb
    lump crab meat
  • 1 lb
    shrimp
  • 4 c
    yellow onions
  • 1 c
    celery
  • 4 oz
    shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 4 oz
    shredded american cheese
  • 1 stick
    butter
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    cayenne pepper
  • 4 can
    evaporated milk
  • 2 lg
    egg yolks
  • 1/2 c
    self rising flour
  • 2 Tbsp
    dried parsley flakes
  • 3 Tbsp
    green onion

How To Make shrimp and crabmeat augratin

  • 1
    Clean shrimp, and slice in half. Boil shrimp in 3 cups of water and a pinch of Cajun seasoning. Strain and set aside.
  • 2
    Finely chop onions and celery, and add to a large saucepan with melted butter..cover and simmer on low heat for 20-30 minutes.
  • 3
    Add salt and pepper, flour, and cheese. On medium heat cook until cheese melts. Stir in 2 cans of evaporated milk. In separate bowl mix egg yolks with remaining cans of milk.
  • 4
    Turn heat to low, gradually add egg mixture to saucepan cook until creamy. Add parsley flakes, green onions, shrimp, and crabmeat. Spoon into a 9x13 pan…refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
  • 5
    Bake for 20 minutes at 450 degrees F. Let set for 10 minutes before serving.

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