I'm from New Orleans, and have to disagree with Geraldine's response. The parmesan cheese isn't cajun, but adds a lot of flavor. I used more cayenne pepper as others suggested. Loved it! This site brought to you by 2 Cajuns born and raised in Acadiana. Step 6. Reheats well (leftovers were great as well). Add garlic, and sauté 1 minute. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before baking as directed. This was an impressive company dish. ), try substituting fresh sliced asparagus (1-inch pieces). Great recipe. Being from the South, I will add more heat next time. Lots of color and flavor, but I would recommend using fresh okra if at all possible. Served it with a Caesar salad and French bread. It also freezes well if made with fresh (not frozen or previously frozen) shrimp. One idea might be to do all the prep work the day before because the actual sauteing and baking does not take that long. An excellent casserole that will appeal to all my family members from 4 to 86. I used peeled shrimp and did not add okra (not a fan). It was a hit! *1 (10-ounce) package frozen onions and peppers may be substituted for fresh onion and bell peppers. Other than that, I followed the recipe exactly. I may make this for a potluck, but probably not at home, since hubby wasn't crazy about it. I took this to a party and it was a hit. Recipe by JackieOhNo. I give it 4 stars though since my additions made it perfect 😉, This is Cajun So. This was a simple, easy last minute recipe.My hubby at a ton! This will be come a classic in my recipe book! There wasn't a grain of rice in the pan. Drain mirlitons, then halve and peel, discarding pits. I omitted salt (not needed with salty soup, soy sauce, and parmesan cheese) and used half the butter called for. EVERYONE, including my picky, picky eater, loved this dish and I have had requests for the recipe from everyone present (including a football coach from Mississippi who fashions himself a cajun/creole snob). Will make again... Made this recipe exactly as written. I made this for the first time tonight. I'm surprised by the few negative reviews. Sauté until vegetables are tender. Can definitely use less salt next time though, I think I am going to try using just 1/2 teaspoon next time. Next time I'll kick up the seasoning as we like it spicier. It’s a great choice for a special occasion meal. It was wonderful! Stir in soup and next 4 ingredients until blended. Copyright © 2002-2019 RealCajunRecipes.com. I will definitely make this again. It's definitely nice enough to serve for company, with a green salad and crusty bread. Used mushroom soup instead of shrimp soup, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese and Jasmine rice. A green salad and cornbread complete the meal. If you're not a fan of okra, you can leave it out of this dish. DIRECTIONS. But, the more I ate, the more I loved it. Everyone had second and third helpings. Only change I made was to substitute 1 tablespoon cajun spice for the cayenne pepper as I wanted more of a kick. Gradually whisk in milk. In a large bowl combine shrimp and 1/2 teaspoon of the Cajun … I also added just a couple of dashes of Old Bay Seasoning. Would be great with a mix of sausage & shrimp, or just sausage. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before baking. This hearty seafood casserole is filled with shrimp, cheese and rice and gets its Cajun flair from the addition of okra, bell peppers, and cayenne pepper. Living in the heart of rice and Cajun country, where fresh seafood is readily available, this is the perfect recipe to cook on special occasions or when entertaining! If you are looking for something with its own bite, add more cayenne. I used frozen cooked shrimp and just added it at the last minute before putting the casserole into the oven. I did add creole seasoning and it was very good. However, I probably won't make it again unless he requests it. But it was a really good recipe. My husband (who is a very picky eater) pretty much ate the whole thing. I also substituted chicken for shrimp.  On my second try, I replaced the okra with diced celery, added a pound of andouille sausage (you could use smoked), omitted the salt and used 1 1/2 tsp Tony Chachere's Creole seasoning. Good recipe. It had cajun flavor, but not enough cajun kick. If you’re not a fan of okra, you can leave it out of this dish. It turned out amazing and the dish was practically licked clean and complemented all night long at the party I took it to. In a separate pan, melt remaining 1/2 stick butter and add onions, bell pepper, celery, and mushrooms. Preheat oven to 350°F. I gave it 4 stars as I really liked it, but it probably isn't the type dish I would serve at a special occasion. Whether you're cooking for yourself or for a family, these easy dinners are sure to leave everyone satisfied and stress-free. Good recipe. :). Also, I couldn't find Cream of Shrimp or Mushroom soup without MSG, so I substituted with a can of Seafood Bisque. The only 2 modifications I made were that I substituted cream of mushroom for the cream of shrimp & that I used chicken broth instead of wine. Can you freeze it and successfully reheat it without loosing quality? In a large non-stick skillet, saute smoked sausage over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes or until browned. I went a little heavier on the garlic and added a dash of tumeric and used Polish paprika. This was great--I doubled the recipe for a group, added more vegetables and extra shrimp. It was a little too spicy for my 7 year old daughter. I actually doubled the recipe, which also added prep time for me. I garnished it with fried hushpuppies. Overall, this is a tasty dish. Had just the right amount of shrimp and spiceness =) Would definately make again! Serve it with some Crystal Hot sause. Continue to cook, whisking constantly, 5 minutes. There was a lot of shrimp, so you could probably do with about 20-22 ounces instead of the full 32 ounces. If you were going to try to make the recipe a bit healthier, I doubt that you would have to use all of the butter. Made it last night in honor of Fat Tuesday...it was really delicious. Delicious!!! But, the flavor is good. I don't think I will make this again. WONDERFUL!!!! shrimp (cleaned and deveined) 2 strips bacon, fried and crumbled. My family loved this and asked to "add it to the rotation". Add the onion, celery, bell pepper, and garlic; saute 2-3 minutes. Cover and refrigerate. Spicy, flavorful and total comfort food all in one. It takes a little extra time so I save it mostly for company. of salt. This recipe should be called Creole. I didn't use the red and yellow peppers (too $$), used sherry instead of dry wine, used the mushroom soup instead of shrimp soup and Old Bay seasoning instead of cayanne. Baked it for 40 min. Deep South Dish: Mirliton (Chayote Squash) Seafood Casserole I will be making this one again and yes it's a keeper. I actually thought this recipe was only so-so, but my father, who does not have much of an appetite anymore, loved it and went back for seconds, so I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 3. If you're not a fan of okra, you can leave it out of this dish. This recipe isn't creole, because it has no tomatoes, which is a basis for creole. Pour into a lightly greased 11- x 7-inch baking dish. Spice doesn't bother me -- I actually ended up spiking it a little with some hot sauce. I also added more cheese. I decreased the amount of shrimp to 1 1/2 lbs and added 1 lb of hot sausage links, cut into medallions. put alittle more cayene pepper on the top. I doubled the recipe for a potluck at work. Loved it! Very nice recipe.  Made it again tonight for Sunday supper. Ingredients: 1 pound crab meat; 1 pound shrimp, 50/60 count, peeled and deveined ; 3 celery stalks ; 1 medium bell pepper ; 1 medium onion ; 1 1/2 cups bread crumbs Everybody understands the stuggle of getting dinner on the table after a long day. Next time i will use brown rice. I made this recipe for a ladies Christmas luncheon. Maybe I used the wrong kind of wine, but the flavor is very evident in the finished product. It has most of the ingredients to classify it as cajun, with the exception of celery and green onions. Note: Unbaked casserole may be made one day in advance. We loved this dish! This recipe was entered in the international rice festival by a friend, Mrs. Shirley Griffin. I'll definitely be making this again. This was so good! RealCajunRecipes.com is devoted to building the largest and most accurate collection of Cajun recipes handed down from one Cajun cook to another. Added my own salt-free cajun seasoning to the shrimp before cooking - added a real punch I think. I added mushrooms and used rice wine instead of dry white wine .. still wonderful! A little chopping and sauteeing and voila! Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper and celery to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes, … This one is a keeper! Also, I used less shrimp as others mentioned and we still had plenty in it. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Cover tightly, and freeze. Wonderful Casserole! The recipe was really simple to follow, except I accidentally left off the okra (I forgot it was in the freezer). Fabulous recipe! There is salt in soy and soups. I graded it as "has potential" because I imagine it could be improved with addition of some spices and possibly fresh herbs. We did add Old Bay because he likes a little more flavor and spice than most people. I would definitely add parsley, since it is also used in most cajun dishes. Over the next few days, you will see limited timeslots available, and some products in your order may be substituted or unavailable. this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! If you're looking for a simple recipe to simplify your weeknight, you've come to the right place--easy dinners are our specialty. For an easy supper that you can depend on, we picked out some of our tried-and-true favorites that have gotten us through even the busiest of days. . Probably would add more cheese next time. I've made this recipe several times to feed a crowd of friends or family, it's really delicious. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact if desired. Recipe Types: All Poultry   All Seafood   Alligator   Appetizers   Beef   Breads   Cake   Candy   Canning   Chicken   Classics   Cookies   Crab   Crawfish   Deer/Venison   Diabetic   Dip and Appetizers   Duck   Fish   Health Conscious   Nouveau Cajun   Pies   Pork   Shortcuts   Shrimp   Side Dish   Slow Cooker   Turkey   Vegetables   Vegetarian   Wild Game. Add garlic salt, Tabasco, red pepper, soup, rice, and cream cheese mixture; mix well. Froze half of casserole and it was wonderful the second time around. This has a permanant place in my meal planning. Made a few changes based on others' suggestions: 1) added mushrooms, though I sauteed them separately and added to the final mixture pre-oven to avoid adding their juices; 2) added some Old Bay seasoning; 3) used a can of Healthy Request Cream of Mushroom soup since our store didn't carry Cream of Shrimp. This was a great casserole. Garnish, if desired. I used creole seasoning rather than the cayenne, and I definitely could have used more than called for in the recipe, since it's not spicy at all. This was super! I love okra and shrimp. Good! This hearty seafood casserole is filled with shrimp, cheese and rice and gets its Cajun flair from the addition of okra, bell peppers, and cayenne pepper.It's a great choice for a special occasion meal. © Copyright 2021 Meredith Corporation. Family loved it even the picky eaters. Will definitely become a mainstay. I think this was Amazing. I also add fresh sliced mushrooms and use cajun seasoning, too taste. Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and cheese is lightly browned. For those who don't like Okra (my wife! The first couple of bites I had, I thought it was all right. Add onion and next 3 ingredients; sauté 7 minutes or until tender. We used frozen okra and fresh peppers and onions and it tasted great. People always ask me for the recipe! I added some lump crab, a cap full of crab boil, creole seasoning and topped with green onion. Outstanding Casserole!!!!!!! MyRecipes may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. This turned out very very good! I thought this would have great Cajon Flavor, was disappointed and have no idea how to improve this recipe. Cajun Shrimp Casserole. I added celery, mushrooms, rotel tomatoes, and Cajun andouille sausage. And less liquid. Oh, also, I reduced the amount of salt from 1-1/2 to 1-1/4, but I think you could get by with 1 tsp. Mix all the ingredients together, reserving half the cheese. Add garlic salt, Tabasco, red pepper, soup, rice, and cream cheese mixture; mix well. Pour into 2-3 quart casserole dish, top with cracker crumbs and cheese. By the way, this is not spicy. Followed the recipe except I replaced Parmasan with Asiago. Thaw shrimp, if frozen; set aside. I make a few modifcations to streamline the dish: 1. sauted the Made this tonight and husband and I both liked it. The only other recommendation is to use a little less wine than called for.  For some reason my store was out of grated Parmesan, so I used grated Asiago instead and I think it was better for it. Made it one day ahead - worked great. I did add some kielbasa to the recipe for a more meaty consistency. But we love shrimp, so it worked for us. This cookbook is filled with more than 40 traditional Christmas recipes, from boudin balls and Cajun firecrackers, to crawfish etouffee and cornbread dressing, these are the dishes Cajun families in Southern Louisiana will be cooking for Christmas! This recipe was amazing! I might only put in a 1/2 tsp of cayanne I found it rather spicy. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. I used frozen vegetables to speed up the process. This was a great recipe! Preparation. Will definitely be making this again! I loved it, my husband just thought it was okay. Maybe because it's simple to make (don't let the long list of ingredients fool you). This was soooo good, will definately make this again! I didn't care for this at all. Fry bacon. It was great! Add shrimp and sauté until shrimp are pink. Great dish, but definitely not Cajun. too. Shrimp & Crab Casserole Recipe: How to Make It | Taste of Home This one does not go in my rotation. I knew that one of the ladies attending the luncheon is allergic to MSG, which is in soup and soy sauce, so I substituted. Sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes Really, I think only about 2-3 tbsp would do, not 4. Southern Living recipes are always scrumptious! I also made my own safe soy sauce since soy sauce is bad for heath and guess what ese? Otherwise I made exactly as written. Will definitely make this again! I followed other suggestions and used asparagus, cream of mushroom soup, used 1 tsp of cajun spice but next time will use 2 tsp. This recipe was wonderful! I doubled the recipe for a family reunion and it was cleaned out while other dishes were hardly touched. I did make a few additions though. This is a great base recipe though. I personally would never serve a one-dish meal at a special occasion dinner. Melt 1/4 cup butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. I don't think we will be making it again. Stir in okra, lemon juice, and salt; sauté 5 minutes. If we make it again we will spice it up with more pepper. Almost didn't make this as my husband is a picky eater. Saute shallots and 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning until softened, about 2 minutes. Exquisite! Very decadent with the butter and the wine. Made this last night and it was very very good. Although I doubled everything, I was a little short on fresh okra and I only used 3 pounds of shrimp---still had multiple shrimp in every bite. It smelled really good when I cooked the onions and peppers, etc, so I got really excited about it, and was sadly disappointed with this. I used Tamari Sauce rather than regular soy. I will say that this was absolutely DELICIOUS. I thought it was bland. I added extra spice because I love spicy food... but other than that I wouldn't change anything! Add shrimp and cook for a few minutes. Delicious! I even made it again using turked smoked sausage to make a cheap go to weeknight meal and it was just as tasty. I did a few tweeks; mainly I omited the salt because of the soy sauce and parm, and I did not make it with okra because my grocery store didn't have any. This is a recipe I was given when I first got married 25 years ago, and it has remained a favorite. It seemed like way too much okra to me, and it ended up making the casserole gummy. Definately a keeper. Increase heat to medium, and cook, whisking occasionally, until mixture thickens slightly and comes to a simmer, 14 to 16 minutes. I used half the cayenne because some of my guests are spicy impaired, but there was still a nice tingle. Look - this recipe was delicious. Sorry. 2 lbs. from start to finish; we were eating in 45 minutes. From chips and dip to one-bite apps, finger foods are the perfect way to kick off a party. No forks or spoons required, just easy-to-pick-up party foods, so you can clean up in no time.Â, 1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream of shrimp soup**, Garnishes: quartered lemon slices, fresh flat-leaf parsley sprigs. Please Note: Winter weather is impacting our ability to deliver and access products. Place the mixture in a buttered casserole and add remaining cheese on top. This was good, but not exceptional. Then everyone requested I post the recipe on facebook. This hearty seafood casserole is filled with shrimp, cheese and rice and gets its Cajun flair from the addition of okra, bell peppers, and cayenne pepper. Add the onion, and cook, stirring, … Bake, covered, at 350° for 50 minutes. I will make this again. This is a keeper! The second day it was even better. This recipe was awesome. It wasn't "bad", we jut found it pretty bland. I mixed in some Old Bay and that really helped.  Like other reviewers, I like that you can make this your own. In a medium saucepan, sauté onion and bell pepper in butter until transparent. I would have given it 4, except for the description "worthy of a special occasion". I'm from the New Orleans area and make Cajun food all of the time but I won't make this one again. I added peeled and slivered almonds. I used a huge cast iron skillet for the sauteing. I didn't add the okra. I only used one medium green bell pepper because that is all i had, plus bell pepper can be overpowering to me sometimes. This is delicious. I suspect this is better reheated the next day but you have to have some left over!!! 1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced or 1 large can mushroom bits and pieces, drained. Works nicely to put it together the night before. I used pinapple juice instead of dry white wine as I substitued okras with pineapple pieces and more likely will try peaches for the next time. Pour into 2-3 quart casserole dish, top with cracker crumbs and cheese. Prep time was longer than recipe states--all that chopping, but the multi-colored peppers made for a pretty dish. It was a tad soupy. Uncover; sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese, and bake 10 more minutes or until cheese is lightly browned. It had a nice depth of flavor for the limited prep time. Since it is just my husband and I, I split the recipe into two casseroles and we ate one fresh and the other about two weeks later from frozen. I agree with other reviewers that you could easily sub chicken or even sausage. If you don't like the texture of okra, try baby okra. Mmmmm. It was delicious! Whisk in Cajun seasoning and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; whisk in … I'm glad I have leftovers to bring for lunch tomorrow because it's delicious. I can honestly say that I was sad when I ate the last bit of this recipe. To freeze unbaked casserole, prepare as directed, omitting Parmesan cheese. But if you do not like spicy, or for children, I would recommend trying the 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne first. I added some hot sauce and used Old Bay instead of the cayenne. It was too salty and I didn't care for the seasoing. Definitely making this again. from our guests. Louisiana Crawfish Or Shrimp Casserole | Just A Pinch Recipes For large family gatherings, it is nice to prepare some dishes ahead of time to reduce the chaos factor. Preheat oven to 400°F. What a delicious dinner! Very comforting and delicious! **1 (10 3/4-ounce) can cream of mushroom soup may be substituted for cream of shrimp soup. We did not like this recipe. Step 5. MyRecipes.com is part of the Allrecipes Food Group. I would also serve this at a casual dinner party, it would be so easy to make the night before. I didn't like this. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a large, deep, nonstick skillet, melt 1/4 cup butter over medium heat. Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Casserole Recipe - BettyCrocker.com It does take longer to get it bubbling in oven; about 35-40 minutes. Thaw shrimp, if frozen. So glad I did, it was delicious! One of the best dishes I've made recently; everyone loved it. Next time I'll make 3, one to eat that night & 2 to freeze. I would like to cook this with the full amount next time. Served with crusty Italian bread and my family ate every spoonful then sopped the dish with the leftover bread. I thought that would go better with the rest of the flavors than cream of chicken. I usually only cook for myself and eat the leftovers during the week and usually I get sick of a meal by the 3rd or 4th day. For someone who doesn't cook very much and is a beginner, I have to say I loved the way this recipe turned out, and so did my boyfriend. Take it from an old, old Cajun. Living's recipe was about as Cajun as Putin. I would suggest doubling or tripling the spice or adding cajun spice mix if you like your dish spicy. Also added fresh parsley, doubles the cayenne, added old bay and Cajun spice. Step 4. It's now one of my specialties.
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