Shrimp And Crab Au Gratin Recipe

Name: Shrimp And Crab Au Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter (must be real butter, no margarine); 1/3 cup celery, chopped fine; 1 cup white onion, chopped fine; 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes; 1/3 cup flour; 2 egg yolks; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 8 ounces crabmeat, cooked and flaked; 12 ounces shrimp, cooked, shelled, and deveined; 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk; 1/3 cup milk; 12 ounces cheddar cheese, grated (use real cheese, not the pre-shredded stuff)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter (must be real butter, no margarine)
1/3 cup celery, chopped fine
1 cup white onion, chopped fine
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes
1/3 cup flour
2 egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 ounces crabmeat, cooked and flaked
12 ounces shrimp, cooked, shelled, and deveined
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1/3 cup milk
12 ounces cheddar cheese, grated (use real cheese, not the pre-shredded stuff)

1
Melt butter in medium frying pan.
2
Add onions and celery and saute until soft.
3
Meahwhile, in a small bowl, lightly beat egg yolks with salt and red pepper flakes and set aside.
4
Add flour to pan, and mix well.
5
Immediately add evaporated milk gradually, stirring constantly to thin flour mixture.
6
Add regular milk, stirring constantly, until completely incorporated.
7
Add egg yolk mixture, mix well, and cook 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
8
Remove from heat; add the crab and shrimp and mix well.
9
Add 8 oz. of the cheese and mix well.
10
Pour mixture into a well-greased 3-quart casserole dish.
11
Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
12
Bake uncovered at 375F for 15 minutes, until cheese melts.

793

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter (must be real butter, no margarine), 1/3 cup celery, chopped fine, 1 cup white onion, chopped fine, 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Shrimp And Crab Au Gratin 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Shrimp And Crab Au Gratin

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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