Shrimps in Cheese Sauce Recipe

Name: Shrimps in Cheese Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs large shrimp, cleaned, headless; olive oil or butter; 12 lb cream cheese, room temperature; 12 lb blue cheese, room temperature; 2 ½ tablespoons cornflour; 2 crushed chopped garlic cloves; 2 tablespoons finely chopped onions; 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley; 6 fluid ounces dry white wine (3/4 cup); seasoning salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground or ½ teaspoon Tabasco sauce

Servings: persons

2 lbs large shrimp, cleaned, headless
olive oil or butter
12 lb cream cheese, room temperature
12 lb blue cheese, room temperature
2 ½ tablespoons cornflour
2 crushed chopped garlic cloves
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
6 fluid ounces dry white wine (3/4 cup)
seasoning salt
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground or ½ teaspoon Tabasco sauce

1
Fry the shrimps lightly in a film of hot butter, or a mixture of olive oil and butter.
2
Do this in batches.
3
As soon as they turn pink and curl up, drain and keep aside.
4
Mix the cornflour smoothly into a little of the cream cheese, then mix in the rest of the cream cheese.
5
Grate the blue cheese if firm (otherwise mash it) and mix with the cream cheese in a bowl.
6
Add next 4 ingredients, mix well, then stir in the wine.
7
The wine should be of very good quality, because acidic plonk will spoil the taste of the dish.
8
Whisk to mix everything well together.
9
Melt this cheese-wine mixture in a saucepan, stirring constantly.
10
Watch closely: it should JUST reach boiling point and thicken slightly, otherwise it could curdle.
11
Remove from heat, and stir in the fried shrimps.
12
Taste for seasoning: as blue cheese is salty, you should use your own discretion with the salt.
13
Add pepper or Tabasco to taste: it doesn't have to be the exact quantity stated above.
14
Serve in small heated bowls or ramekins.
15
Garnish each with a thin wedge of lemon.

10464

kcal

Calories

912

Fat

Carbs

481

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
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 large shrimp, cleaned, headless, olive oil or butter, 12 lb cream cheese, room temperature, 12 lb blue cheese, room temperature, and more.

Yes, Shrimps in Cheese Sauce 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!

Shrimps in Cheese Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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