Gather your ingredients and prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a delectable journey into the world of culinary excellence. Shrimp and mushrooms unite in a symphony of flavors, enveloped in a creamy cognac sauce that will transport you to a realm of gastronomic delight. As you embark on this culinary expedition, the aroma of sautéed mushrooms and succulent shrimp will fill the air, promising an exquisite dining experience. The velvety sauce, infused with the richness of cognac, will elevate this dish to new heights, leaving you craving more. Be prepared to indulge in a symphony of textures and flavors as you savor each bite of this extraordinary creation.
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COGNAC SHRIMP
Steps:
- Heat the butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and saute the garlic and shallots until lightly browned. Stir in shrimp, and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper. Mix in sun-dried tomatoes. Cook and stir 5 minutes, or until shrimp is opaque and lightly browned.
- Pour cognac into the skillet, and stir to loosen browned bits from bottom. Reduce heat to low, and stir in half-and-half. Simmer 5 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 182 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 284.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
COGNAC SHRIMP WITH BEURRE BLANC SAUCE
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Simmer shallots, white wine, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over low-medium heat for 5 to 10 minutes, until mixture is reduced to about 2 tablespoons.
- Add cream and bring to just under a simmer.
- When first few bubbles rise, turn heat down very slightly and add 12 tablespoons of butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, whisking constantly. Be sure to allow 1 pat of butter to melt completely before adding the next.
- Once butter is fully incorporated, season beurre blanc sauce with white pepper and set aside.
- In a skillet over high heat, melt 5 tablespoons of butter, and then sauté shrimp, turning a few times until cooked through-about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and season shrimp with salt. Carefully add Cognac (it may flame) and stir thoroughly.
- Spoon warm beurre blanc sauce over hot shrimp and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1200 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 627 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 65 g, Sodium 2929 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 103 g, ServingSize 2 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
COGNAC SAUCE
This sophisticated sauce will quickly become a favorite at your house. Spoon it over grilled veal chops or a crisp roast duck, and you will present a memorable dish. It is outstanding over noodles for a small but rich first course.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Sauces
Time 40m
Yield 1 c.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a heavy medium-size saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the shallots and garlic and saute until transparent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Then add the cognac and flame.
- To do this, remove the saucepan from the heat and touch a lighted match to the edge of the pan; the fumes of the cognac will ignite.
- Holding the pan away from you, allow the flames to die down naturally.
- Add the stock and cream and simmer over low heat until thickened, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms and continue to simmer 3 to 5 minutes more.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
SAUTEED MUSHROOMS WITH COGNAC
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Holidays & Events Christmas Recipes
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; swirl in half of oil and half of butter. Add half of mushrooms and half of thyme; cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms have released most of their moisture and become golden, about 14 minutes. Add half of cognac and cook, scraping up browned bits from bottom of pan. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl.
- Repeat with second half of all ingredients. Return first batch to skillet until heated through before serving.
SHRIMP AND ARTICHOKES IN SHERRY CREAM SAUCE
There are many versions of this dish, with slight changes in the ingredients and/or their measurements. This version is the one that I settled on, and it has never failed to please. You can serve this over rice, pasta, etc., as it is very rich.
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter an oblong baking dish and set aside.
- Melt 4-1/2 T. butter, then blend in flour to make a roux. Slowly add milk and cream, stirring constantly until thick. Stir in sherry and Worcestershire sauce, then add salt and pepper, to taste, and set aside.
- In remaining 2 T. butter, saute mushrooms gently for about 5 minutes, until soft. Set aside.
- Arrange artichoke hearts in single layer in baking dish. Scatter shrimp on top of artichokes, then cover shrimp with sautéed mushrooms. Pour cream sauce over baking dish, then sprinkle with parmesan cheese and paprika.
- Bake 20-30 minutes until bubbly and shrimp is cooked through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.8, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 228.7, Sodium 1171.3, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 2, Protein 24.1
SHRIMP IN CREAM SAUCE
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
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.
SPICY SHRIMP IN CREAM SAUCE
Shrimp in a spicy cream sauce to be served as an appetizer with hot-baked French bread (for dipping), or over fettuccini (as a not-so-light meal). Fun to prepare in front of guests as a prelude to a nice seafood dinner! Use any hot pepper you like, Cajun seasoning, or even hotter!
Provided by MrGregg
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add habanero peppers, and garlic, and fry for a few minutes to release the flavors. Add shrimp, and cook stirring constantly until pink, about 5 minutes. Season with chili powder, salt and pepper, stirring to evenly coat the shrimp. Stir in the cream, and cook over low heat until heated through, but do not allow to boil. Serve hot with bread slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 868.4 calories, Carbohydrate 69.7 g, Cholesterol 335.9 mg, Fat 50.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 28.8 g, Sodium 1002.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
Tips:
- Use a large skillet to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
- Season the shrimp and mushrooms generously with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavors.
- Cook the shrimp and mushrooms in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding and ensure proper cooking.
- Do not overcook the shrimp, as they will become tough and rubbery. Cook them until they are just opaque and pink in the center.
- Use a good quality cognac for the sauce, as it will add depth of flavor to the dish.
- Reduce the cognac by half before adding the cream to concentrate its flavor.
- Simmer the sauce for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld and thicken slightly.
- Serve the shrimp and mushrooms over rice, pasta, or your favorite side dish.
Conclusion:
This Shrimp and Mushrooms in Creamy Cognac Sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner. The combination of shrimp, mushrooms, and creamy cognac sauce is sure to impress your guests. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a restaurant-quality meal at home.
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