Shrimp Casserole Recipe

Name: Shrimp Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs shrimp, shelled,deveined,shells reserved; 3 cups heavy cream; ¼ cup champagne or ¼ cup vermouth; 5 tablespoons butter; 6 scallions, white parts chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; salt and pepper; hot sauce; 4 cups oyster crackers; ¼ teaspoon paprika

Servings: persons

1
preheat oven to 400.
2
butter a 31/2 quart glass baking dish.
3
add shrimp in 1 layer, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
4
in a saucepan add cream, shells and champagne, bring to a boil, lower to simmer and cook for 25 minutes.
5
pour through a strainer into a large bowl.
6
in a skillet melt 1 tbsp butter, add scallions and cook for 3 minutes.
7
add the cream sauce and simmer until reduced slightly, about 5 minutes, pour back into the bowl.
8
season with lemon juice, worcestershire and hot sauce, salt and pepper, and let it cool.
9
pour over the shrimp.
10
in a processor, or with a rolling pin crush crackers.
11
melt remaining 4 tbsp butter in a microwave, add to crumbs, and add paprika.
12
crumble over shrimp.
13
bake for 25 minutes until bubbly.
14
you can run this under the broiler if you want a darker topping.

996

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs shrimp, shelled,deveined,shells reserved, 3 cups heavy cream, ¼ cup champagne or ¼ cup vermouth, 5 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Casserole 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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Shrimp Casserole

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