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Cheesy Seafood Splurge Casserole: A Canadian Delight 🦀🧀
Seafood Casserole Recipe
Overview:
Welcome to recipe number 400, a delightful Seafood Casserole perfect for lunch or snacks, especially if you’re a seafood enthusiast. Indulge in the rich flavors of crab, cheese, and Canadian-inspired ingredients in this dish, which is relatively easy to make despite being a bit on the expensive side. Sometimes, it’s worth treating yourself to something special, and this casserole is just the ticket!
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Bay scallops | 3/4 |
| Sea scallops | 4 |
| Butter | 3/4 |
| Flour | 1/4 |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1/4 |
| Dijon mustard | NA |
| Onion powder | 13 1/2 |
| Cheddar cheese | 1/4 |
| Butter | 1 1/2 |
| Dry parsley flakes | 1 |
| Cheddar cheese | 1/2 |
| Crumbs | 1/2 |
| Whole milk | 3 |
| Canned milk | 1/4 |
| Salt | 1 |
| Pepper | 2 |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 556.4
- Fat Content: 24.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 13.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 217.1mg
- Sodium Content: 1478.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 39.5g
- Fiber Content: 7.3g
- Sugar Content: 14.2g
- Protein Content: 47.6g
Instructions:
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Making the Sauce:
- In a saucepan, melt 3/4 cup of butter.
- Gradually mix in 1/4 cup of flour, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in both the canned and whole milk gradually to avoid lumps.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and onion powder.
- Heat the mixture, stirring until it boils and thickens.
- Once thickened, add 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese and stir until melted. Set aside.
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Preparing the Seafood:
- Drain the bay and sea scallops well.
- Add the drained seafood to the prepared sauce.
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Assembling the Casserole:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Transfer the seafood and sauce mixture into an ungreased 2-quart casserole dish.
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Creating the Topping:
- In a separate bowl, stir together the crumbs and dry parsley flakes with 1 1/2 tablespoons of melted butter.
- Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the seafood in the casserole dish.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the crumbs.
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Baking:
- Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
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Serving Suggestions:
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time; simply hold off on adding the topping until the last minute.
- Pop it into the oven about 30 minutes before serving to ensure it’s piping hot and ready to enjoy.
Enjoy Your Seafood Delight! 🦀🧀
