I've mentioned before that I'm not a huge seafood fan, so when my friend, Jeanne, made Cheesy Shrimp Pasta for a get-together this past weekend, I was not expecting to eat any.
Joseph got a plate-full of the shrimp casserole and sat down next to me on the couch.
I wasn't even curious about the meal until everyone in the room began to ooh and aah over it.
Even Grace, who said, Can my have some more, Daddy? I asked for a taste of Joe's, and he gave me two noodles.
They were fabulous. I asked for a second taste, and he told me to get my own.
So I did.
When I was done, I wanted to get another plate, but I abstained, hoping there would be leftovers when we visited later in the week. I can't even begin to tell you how delicious and wonderful this recipe is.
It's better than words can explain.
Cheesy Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 pound whole wheat pasta or gluten-free pasta
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic pressed
- 2 pounds shrimp
- 1 pound low fat Velveeta
- 12-16 ounce salsa
- 16 ounces sliced mushrooms
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Prepare pasta according to package directions, drain.
- Saute shrimp and garlic in olive oil until shrimp is just pink. If you overcook the shrimp, it will become rubbery and tough. Two or three minutes will probably be enough.
- Cube the Velveeta and place it in a microwave-safe bowl. Pour the salsa on top. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time, until the cheese is melted. Stir cheese and salsa together.
- In an oven-safe bowl, combine the pasta, shrimp, cheese mixture, and mushrooms. Toss to coat.
- Sprinkle some Parmesan cheese over the top of the pasta and cook for 45-60 minutes, until the top is browned and crunchy.
Notes
reallifesarah says
Oh, That looks GREAT! I love shrimp, and pasta, so I'm remembering this recipe!
FeelsLikeHomeBlog says
I looked forward to this all day long, and then there weren't any leftovers to be had! I was so bummed! We're going to have to make it one day this week.
todayscliche says
I just came across your site (not sure from where!) and can NOT wait to make this recipe! Feel free to "bum off" some recipes from my site -- which is in NO way the focus of http://www.TodaysCliche.com, but I have a handful of tried-and-true ones from close family and friends. I feel compelled to make 3 recipes from your site this week (!). If I'm considering sharing your recipes on my site, I'll be sure to contact you first to make sure it's okay... and of course to give you credit!
todayscliche says
I just came across your site (not sure from where!) and can NOT wait to make this recipe! Feel free to "bum off" some recipes from my site -- which is in NO way the focus of http://www.TodaysCliche.com, but I have a handful of tried-and-true ones from close family and friends. I feel compelled to make 3 recipes from your site this week (!). If I'm considering sharing your recipes on my site, I'll be sure to contact you first to make sure it's okay... and of course to give you credit!
Eleven_0_three says
I love cheese and shrimp so I was trying to think of a recipe.. I Googled and came across your recipe. I might add extra cheese like Cheddar or Montrey Jack. Tell U tomorrow how it turns out