Cheddar Shrimp and Penne Recipe

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My wife and I take turns in the kitchen. When I created this creamy dish, it quickly became one of our favorites.—Brad Walker, Holt, Michigan

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Cheddar Shrimp and Penne Recipe
  • Prep: 15 min. Bake: 35 min.
  • Yield: 4-6 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained

Directions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook the garlic in butter over medium heat for 1 minute. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in 1 cup of cheese until melted. Remove from the heat.
  • Drain pasta; add the pasta, shrimp and corn to cheese sauce. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
  • Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until bubbly. Yield: 4-6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 413 calories, 17 g fat (10 g saturated fat), 166 mg cholesterol, 754 mg sodium, 33 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 29 g protein.

Originally published as Cheddar Shrimp and Penne in Casserole Cookbook , p105

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Enjoy this recipe with a full-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or Viognier.

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Reviewed on Feb. 05, 2011 by keverwann

Sauce didn't ever thicken. Not really any taste. What a waste of shrimp.

Reviewed on Jan. 15, 2011 by Lmbl320

Easy to make, good flavor! The entire family loved it!

 
 

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