Mushroom Shrimp Creole Recipe

Name: Mushroom Shrimp Creole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon, diced; 2 large onions, chopped; 1 1/2 cups chopped green bell peppers; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (29 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 4 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried basil; 1 bay leaf; 1 1/2 lbs cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2 (4 1/2 ounce) jars whole mushrooms, drained; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon savory; hot cooked rice

Servings: persons

6 slices bacon, diced
2 large onions, chopped
1 1/2 cups chopped green bell peppers
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (29 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
4 1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 bay leaf
1 1/2 lbs cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 (4 1/2 ounce) jars whole mushrooms, drained
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon savory
hot cooked rice

1
In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.
2
Drain on paper towels.
3
In the drippings, saute onions, green peppers and garlic.
4
Add the next 8 ingredients.
5
Bring to a boil; reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-45 minutes.
6
Add the shrimp, mushrooms, butter, lemon juice and savory.
7
Cook 5-10 minutes longer or until thoroughly heated.
8
Discard bay leaf.
9
Stir in bacon.
10
Serve over rice.

559

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices bacon, diced, 2 large onions, chopped, 1 1/2 cups chopped green bell peppers, 3 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Mushroom Shrimp Creole falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Mushroom Shrimp Creole

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