CREAMY SHRIMP CASSEROLE WITH BUTTERY CRUMBS

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This is a wonderfully rich and creamy shrimp casserole with a nice flavor that is perfect for guests, potlucks or even a buffet spread, when you want to make something extra good and memorable. MAKE AHEAD: The recipe can be prepared through Step 4 and placed in the refrigerator overnight. Let stand at room temperature for about 20 minutes before proceeding to the next step. WINE: Spanish white wines with their bright citrus flavors will complement the shrimp and creaminess here and still hold up to the spices. Look for a Spanish wines like the Sierra Cantabria White 2003 or the 2004 Rias Baixas Bodegas Terras Gauda Albarino 'Abadia de San Campo'.

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Categories     Oven

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs medium shrimp, shelled and deveined, shells reserved
3 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup dry sherry
salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, 4 tablespoons melted
6 medium scallions, white and tender green parts, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
fresh ground pepper
hot sauce or cayenne pepper, to taste
4 cups small oyster crackers
1/4 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika or 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Butter a 3 1/2-quart casserole dish. Arrange shrimp in a single layer. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine cream, sherry and shrimp shells with a pinch of salt and bring to a boil. Simmer on low for 25 minutes. Remove from stove and strain through a coarse sieve set over a large glass measuring cup or bowl; should yield about 2 1/2 cups.
  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a medium skillet. Add scallions and cook over moderate heat, stirring, for about 3 minutes. Add the shrimp cream to the skillet and simmer until reduced (2 cups, about 5 minutes).
  • Pour the cream sauce into a bowl and stir in lemon juice and Worcestershire. Season with salt, pepper and hot sauce or cayenne; let cool until tepid. Season shrimp with salt and pepper and pour cream sauce over them.
  • Crush oyster crackers until you achieve coarse crumbs. Place in a medium bowl and add 4 tablespoons of melted butter and paprika and stir to coat. Sprinkle cracker crumbs over the shrimp and pat to smooth.
  • Bake in the center of the oven for 25 minutes, or until bubbling around the edge and the shrimp are JUST cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven and preheat broiler.
  • Broil casserole for 30 seconds, rotating, until top is an even golden browned.
  • Let stand at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451.7, Fat 30.8, SaturatedFat 17.4, Cholesterol 209.4, Sodium 392.6, Carbohydrate 20.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.6, Protein 19

Joynul Ahmed
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I loved this casserole. The creamy sauce was so rich and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sardar Ahmad Khan Thaheem
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This recipe was a winner! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Arafat
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This casserole was easy to make and turned out delicious. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Umar Rahman
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I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. The creamy sauce is so rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


NOOB Gamerz
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This was a great recipe. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Shirley Debra
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I'm not usually a fan of shrimp, but this casserole was amazing. The creamy sauce and buttery crumbs were the perfect combination.


MD. Masud Hasan
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This casserole was a hit! The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Shams Khan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


FREE GAMER
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I made this casserole for my family and they loved it. The creamy sauce was a big hit. I will definitely be making this again.


Nathan Turpin
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This was a great recipe. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Ali Sorowar
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I loved this casserole. It was easy to make and the results were amazing. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Colin Emslie
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This casserole was delicious. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Shapla Nargis
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This was easy to make and turned out great! I used frozen shrimp and it still came out perfect. The sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


YouTube bhai Piku bhai
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. The shrimp were so tender and the sauce was delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Tun tun Saha
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The creamy sauce was rich and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. The buttery crumbs on top added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


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