Description
This Shrimp Newburg in Puff Pastry Shells is an elegant yet easy entrรฉe, perfect for a dinner party or Mardi Gras feast. Succulent shrimp are coated in a creamy, spiced sherry sauce and served in crisp, golden puff pastry shells. A show-stopping dish with classic Southern charm!
Ingredients
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- 1 (17.3 oz) package frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (white and green parts)
- 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1 cup sliced Cremini mushrooms
- 2 oz jar chopped pimientos, drained (about 2 tbsp)
- 1/4 cup dry sherry
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp dry mustard
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz chopped boiled shrimp (about 2 cups)
Instructions
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Prepare the Puff Pastry:
- Preheat oven to 400ยฐF.
- Cut puff pastry into 8 (4- to 5-inch) seashell shapes.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Using a sharp knife, lightly score the top of each shell to create a shell pattern without cutting through.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and carefully slice each shell in half.
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Make the Filling:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter.
- Add green onions and bell pepper; sautรฉ for 5 minutes until tender.
- Add mushrooms and cook for 2-3 more minutes. Stir in pimientos and dry sherry; cook for 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In the same saucepan, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter. Add flour and stir constantly for 1 minute until smooth.
- Slowly whisk in heavy cream, cooking over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.
- Stir in the cooked vegetable mixture, dry mustard, nutmeg, cayenne, and salt. Cook until heated through.
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Add Shrimp & Serve:
- Stir in the chopped shrimp and cook just until heated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- To serve, place the bottom half of a puff pastry shell on a plate, spoon shrimp Newburg mixture over it, then top with the other half of the shell.
Notes
- Sherry Substitute: If you donโt have dry sherry, use dry white wine or chicken broth.
- Puff Pastry Shape Alternative: If you donโt have a seashell cutter, simply cut pastry into circles or squares.
- Make Ahead: The filling can be made in advance and gently reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 713
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 26g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 170mg