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Savory Shrimp and Swiss Cheesecake: A Delectable Seafood Delight 🍤🧀
Shrimp-Swiss Cheesecake Recipe 🍤🧀
Description:
Indulge in the luxury of an elevated seafood delight with this Shrimp-Swiss Cheesecake recipe. A sophisticated take on the classic crabmeat or lobster pie, this dish demands a bit of time and effort but rewards with exceptional flavor. It’s a culinary masterpiece that’s best enjoyed after being chilled for at least 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld perfectly.
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Servings: 10
- Calories: 402.2 per serving
- Fat Content: 32g
- Saturated Fat Content: 17.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 245.1mg
- Sodium Content: 726.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 9.6g
- Fiber Content: 0.5g
- Sugar Content: 2.9g
- Protein Content: 19.2g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/4 | Butter |
| 1/4 | Green peppers |
| 1 1/2 | Onion |
| 2/3 | Garlic clove |
| 1/4 | Butter |
| 1 | Cream cheese |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 2 | Mayonnaise |
| 1/2 | Milk |
| 4 | Swiss cheese |
| 1/3 | Pepper |
| 1 1/4 | Shrimp |
Instructions:
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Prepare Crust:
- Combine cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup melted butter.
- Press the mixture evenly onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and set aside.
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Prepare Shrimp Mixture:
- Clean and chop the shrimp.
- In a large skillet, cook shrimp, green pepper, red pepper, onion, and garlic in 3 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until shrimp are done and veggies are tender.
- Drain well and set aside.
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Prepare Cheesecake Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise at high speed until creamy.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.
- Gradually add milk, beating well at low speed just until blended.
- Stir in the prepared shrimp mixture, Swiss cheese, and pepper until well combined.
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Bake:
- Pour the cheesecake mixture into the prepared pan.
- Bake at 300°F for 80 minutes or until set.
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Cooling and Chilling:
- Turn off the oven (do not open the door) and let the cheesecake sit in the oven for 1 hour.
- Afterward, cool the cheesecake completely on a wire rack.
- Cover and chill thoroughly in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, with 8 hours being optimal for the best flavor.
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Serve:
- Top the chilled cheesecake with some whole shrimp.
- Serve with warm tomato sauce or cold cocktail sauce on the side.
Tips:
- For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like parsley or dill into the cheesecake mixture.
- Ensure the shrimp mixture is well-drained to prevent excess moisture in the cheesecake.
- Experiment with different types of cheese for a unique twist on this recipe.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean, neat servings.
- Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal experience.
Indulge in the luxurious blend of flavors and textures in this Shrimp-Swiss Cheesecake, a dish that’s sure to impress even the most discerning palates!
