Shrimp au Gratin
Description
For a new way of eating shrimp, try this easy shrimp au gratin that's baked golden and crisp thanks to a Parmesan cheese and bread crumb topping.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or to taste
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1 tablespoon butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups milk
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1 pinch ground nutmeg
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salt to taste
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30 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
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4 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
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1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
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1 shallot, thinly sliced
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
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1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter melts. Reduce heat to medium, whisk in flour, and stir until a thick paste forms, about 5 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer. Cook and stir until sauce is thick and smooth, 5 to 10 minutes. Season with nutmeg and salt.
3
Place shrimp in a casserole dish and coat with 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning. Season with salt. Cover with sauce and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Add shallot, remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and parsley on top. Sprinkle with bread crumbs, followed by Parmesan cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven until crisp, about 25 minutes.