Best 5 Bay Shrimp And Cream Sauce Recipes

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In the culinary world, few things are as versatile and widely-used as bay shrimp, and when combined with a creamy sauce, they become a delectable delicacy. This combination of succulent shrimp and rich, velvety sauce has been a culinary staple for generations, enjoyed in various cuisines around the world. Whether served as an appetizer, a main course, or an elegant filling for pasta or other dishes, bay shrimp and cream sauce is a dish that has stood the test of time and continues to delight palates of all ages.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP IN CREAM SAUCE



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Looking for an extra-special Christmas Eve entree to delight your busy crowd? My family always manages to make time for this rich shrimp dish. We enjoy it over golden egg noodles.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
2 pounds large uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
Hot cooked noodles or rice

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in the cream, parsley, paprika, salt and pepper., Butterfly shrimp, by cutting lengthwise almost in half, but leaving shrimp attached at opposite side. Spread to butterfly. Place cut side down in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Pour cream sauce over shrimp. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Serve with noodles or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 216mg cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein.

SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS IN GARLIC CREAM SAUCE



Shrimp and Scallops in Garlic Cream Sauce image

Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons
5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 cloves shallots, chopped
2 cups white wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
1 teaspoon chopped thyme leaves
2 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 pounds (20/30 count) sea scallops
1 1/2 pounds (16/20 count) shrimp peeled and deveined with tails left on
1 1/2 to 2 pounds cooked pasta or rice, for an accompaniment
1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, heat 1/4 cup oil and cook garlic and shallot until translucent, about 2 minutes. Deglaze the pan with the wine, and add parsley, basil and thyme and let the liquid reduce by half. Using a fine strainer, strain the reduction into a clean saucepan and add the cream. Over low heat, let the sauce reduce to medium thickness. To the now empty saute pan, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, saute scallops, cook until opaque and remove to a utility platter in a warm place. Then use the same pan to saute shrimp just until pink, and remove to the utility platter. Add cream sauce to saute pan to toss the drained pasta or rice with the cream sauce and seafood, reserving a few scallops and shrimp for the top. Transfer to a serving dish, and sprinkle with cheese, as garnish. Arrange shrimp and scallops on top and garnish with basil sprigs.

SHRIMP WITH GARLIC CREAM SAUCE OVER LINGUINE



Shrimp with Garlic Cream Sauce Over Linguine image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cloves garlic, unpeeled
12 large shrimp, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
8 ounces fresh linguine, cooked and drained
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Using a small paring knife, remove the vein along the back of each shrimp and rinse under running water. Add garlic to water and boil for two minutes. Add the shrimp to the water and cook with the garlic for 2-3 minutes. Drain the shrimp and garlic. Peel the garlic and finely chop. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook until cream begins to thicken. Stir in parsley, Parmesan and shrimp. Season with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over linguine in a large bowl and toss to coat. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan.

BAY SHRIMP AND CREAM SAUCE



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Creamy shrimp sauce for pasta or to serve over seafood.

Provided by Buckeye Country Cook

Categories     Pasta Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons diced shallot
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1 ⅓ cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 cup peeled and deveined bay shrimp
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat sherry in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir shallot and garlic in hot sherry until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir heavy cream into the sherry mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook liquid at a simmer until it begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.n
  • Stir tomatoes and shrimp into the liquid in the skillet; bring to a simmer until the tomatoes have softened and the liquid thickens, 5 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 157.3 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 392 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

BAY SHRIMP AND CREAM SAUCE



Bay Shrimp and Cream Sauce image

Creamy shrimp sauce for pasta or to serve over seafood.

Provided by Buckeye Country Cook

Categories     Pasta Sauces

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons diced shallot
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1 ⅓ cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 cup peeled and deveined bay shrimp
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat sherry in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir shallot and garlic in hot sherry until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir heavy cream into the sherry mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and cook liquid at a simmer until it begins to thicken, about 5 minutes.n
  • Stir tomatoes and shrimp into the liquid in the skillet; bring to a simmer until the tomatoes have softened and the liquid thickens, 5 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 157.3 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 392 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh bay shrimp for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have bay shrimp, you can use small shrimp or even cooked shrimp.
  • Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, or they will become tough.
  • Use a good quality white wine for the sauce.
  • Add a little bit of lemon juice to the sauce to brighten the flavor.
  • Serve the shrimp and sauce over pasta, rice, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Bay shrimp and cream sauce is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a hit. The shrimp are cooked in a creamy sauce that is flavored with white wine, lemon juice, and herbs. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.

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