Gumbo Casserole with Creamed Garlic Shrimp |
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Prep Time: 40 Minutes Cook Time: 82 Minutes |
Ready In: 122 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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A rich brown roux and the signature Cajun culinary trinity (onion, bell pepper, and celery) provide authentic flavors for this hearty dish. It's best served hot from the oven. Call ahead and ask your fishmonger to peel and devein the shrimp for you. Ingredients:
2 pounds unpeeled, medium-size fresh shrimp |
1 tablespoon creole seasoning (we tested with tony chachere's) |
2 tablespoons bacon drippings |
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour |
1 tablespoon vegetable oil |
1/3 cup finely chopped onion |
1/3 cup finely chopped green bell pepper |
1/3 cup finely chopped celery |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1 teaspoon dried thyme |
1 teaspoon dried oregano |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon pepper |
4 green onions, chopped |
1/2 cup chicken broth or water |
2 cups whipping cream |
1 pound uncooked spaghetti, broken in half and cooked according to package directions |
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese |
garnish: additional chopped green onions |
Directions:
1. Peel and devein shrimp, if desired. Combine shrimp and Creole seasoning in a medium bowl; set aside.
2. Cook bacon drippings, flour, and oil in a large skillet over medium heat, whisking constantly, 20 to 25 minutes or until roux is the dark brown color of pecan shells. Add 1/3 cup onion and next 3 ingredients; cook 5 minutes or until tender. Add thyme and next 3 ingredients; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add shrimp and 4 green onions; cook over medium-high heat 3 minutes or until shrimp are almost done; transfer to a large bowl.
3. Add broth to skillet, scraping bottom of skillet to loosen browned bits. Add whipping cream. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat, and simmer 6 minutes. Add to shrimp. Stir in cooked pasta; toss well to combine. Pour into a lightly greased 13 x 9 baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
4. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Garnish, if desired.
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