Seafood Casserole for Christmas Eve from the Farmhouse

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 4
Seafood Casserole for Christmas Eve from the Farmhouse
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 cans mushroom stems and pieces , drained
2/3 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper ( optional )
1 can cream of shrimp soup or ( 10 3/4 ounce ) can cream of celery soup
2 cups milk
2 lbs frozen shrimp , thawed ( cooked , tails off )
1 package frozen imitation crabmeat , thawed
1 can water chestnuts , sliced , drained
1/4 cup butter , melted
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
French bread , sliced , garlic-buttered

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
524
Sugar
7g
Fat
35g
This Seafood Casserole is a classic dish from the Farmhouse that is perfect for the Christmas Eve table. It's a great way to incorporate seafood into your holiday spread and can feed a large group of people. The creamy and buttery sauce mixed with tender shrimp and imitation crabmeat is perfectly balanced with the crunch from water chestnuts. The dish is topped with breadcrumbs and shredded cheddar cheese, giving it a nice crispiness on top. Overall, it's a crowd-pleasing dish that's easy to make and can be enjoyed by seafood enthusiasts and skeptics alike.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.Melt 1/2 cup butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add green pepper, onion, celery, and mushroom stems and pieces; cook and stir until vegetables are tender.
3.Stir in flour, garlic, salt, paprika, and ground red pepper (optional). Gradually stir in soup and milk until bubbly; reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4.Mix in shrimp, crabmeat, and water chestnuts. Spoon into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5.In a separate bowl, mix 1/4 cup melted butter and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle over the seafood mixture. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
6.Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve with garlic-buttered French bread slices.

PROS

This dish is a delicious and easy way to feed a large gathering.

It is also a great option for seafood lovers, and can be served at any party or holiday gathering.

CONS

Seafood may not be for everyone and may cause allergic reactions, especially with those with shellfish allergies.

This dish can also be high in calories and fat due to the use of butter and cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Seafood contains healthy omega-3 fatty acids that can help reduce the risk of heart disease and inflammation. Shrimp and crabmeat are also a good source of protein and other essential vitamins and minerals.

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