Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Cheesy Shrimp Bake. Succulent shrimp smothered in a decadent cheese sauce, baked to golden perfection. A mouthwatering dish that is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Shrimp:
- 500 g shrimp (peeled & deveined)
Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- ½ cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 tbsp parsley (chopped)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set to 200°C (400°F).
- Cook Garlic: In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Make Creamy Base: Stir in heavy cream and cream cheese, whisking until smooth. Add parmesan, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it thicken slightly.
- Assemble: Place shrimp in a baking dish, pour the sauce over, and sprinkle mozzarella on top.
- Bake: Cook for 12–15 minutes until shrimp are pink and cheese is bubbly golden.
- Finish: Garnish with parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 335mg
