Shrimp Casserole

20m
Prep Time
40m
Cook Time
1h
Ready In


"Excellent buffet dish or for a light company supper with a green salad and rolls."

Original is 8 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (251.4 g)
  • Calories 576
  • Total Fat - 23.2 g
  • Saturated Fat - 13.4 g
  • Cholesterol - 62.1 mg
  • Sodium - 489.7 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 81.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 6.5 g
  • Sugars - 1.9 g
  • Protein - 12.1 g
  • Calcium - 216 mg
  • Iron - 1.5 mg
  • Vitamin C - 27.9 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.3 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350f degrees.

Step 2

Graese 3-quart casserole.

Step 3

Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.

Step 4

Melt butter in 2 quart saucepan over medium heat.

Step 5

Cook garlic in butter 1 minute, stirring constantly.

Step 6

Stir in flour.

Step 7

Cook, stirring constantly with wire whisk, until smooth and bubbly.

Step 8

Stir in wine or chicken broth.

Step 9

Stir in half and half, clam juice, cocktail sauce, salt and cayenne.

Step 10

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.

Step 11

Stir in shrimp, dill weed and 1/4 cup of the cheese.

Step 12

Stir shrimp mixture into pasta, pour into casserole.

Step 13

Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.

Step 14

Bake uncovered 35 to 40 minutes or until light brown and hot.

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • For a more intense garlic flavor, mince the garlic cloves.
  • For a richer flavor, use white wine instead of chicken broth.

  • Substitute olive oil for butter or margarine. This substitution will make the dish healthier as olive oil is a healthier alternative to butter.
  • Substitute lemon juice for white wine. This substitution will give the dish a more refreshing and lighter flavor, while still providing the same acidity that the white wine would have provided.

Vegetarian Variation Replace the shrimp with 1 (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, drained and 1 (15 ounce) can of black beans, drained and rinsed. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin and 1 teaspoon of chili powder to the sauce mixture.



Roasted Asparagus - Roasted asparagus is a great side dish to accompany the shrimp casserole. It is a healthy and flavorful option that pairs well with the creamy texture of the casserole. The asparagus can be roasted with a little olive oil, garlic, and salt for an easy and delicious side.


Garlic Parmesan Roasted Potatoes: Garlic Parmesan roasted potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that pairs well with the shrimp casserole. The potatoes are roasted in olive oil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and herbs for a flavorful and crunchy side dish. The potatoes also add a nice contrast to the creamy texture of the casserole.




FAQ

Q: How long should I bake the Shrimp Casserole?

A: Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes or until the top is light brown and the casserole is hot.



Q: What type of shrimp should I use for the casserole?

A: Use medium-sized shrimp that have been peeled and deveined. Frozen shrimp can also be used, just make sure to thaw them before using.

3 Reviews

Suetasty

The first time I made this as per recipe and I found it to be totally bland for our tastes. I made this again tonight and added 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs, the 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, 2 tbsp melted butter, and 1/2 tsp. Paprika for the topping. Served it with lots of fresh lemon juice. Was delicious. Just needed a little extra oomph to make it more paletable for our tastes. Also good warmed over. Thank you for a great recipe.

3.0

review by:
(20 Feb 2022)

Jamie p

I made this and brought it to work for lunch with my friends. It was incredible! Living in coastal N.C. we eat a lot of seafood, shrimp being my favorite. Now I have another way to make it. Recommend crusty bread to sop up all the creamy goodness! ❤️

5.0

review by:
(25 May 2018)

Luvcookn

OMG! I just wanted to take the whole dish and lock myself into a room and not share! It is just so rich, creamy & cheesy! I did switch up the dill for fresh sage out of my garden and used caneroni rigati for the farfalle. I will definitely be saving this recipe and making it for family when they visit! Thank you so much Derf for sharing! Made for Summer Vacation Tag.

5.0

review by:
(12 Jun 2013)

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Fun facts:

The Farfalle pasta used in this recipe was originally known as the "butterfly" pasta because of its shape. It was first produced in the 16th century in the Italian city of Lombardia.

The Parmesan cheese used in this recipe is named after the city of Parma in Italy, which has been producing the cheese since the Middle Ages. It was a favorite of the famous Italian composer, Giuseppe Verdi, who was born in Parma.