CREAMY SHRIMP NOODLE SKILLET

Creamy Shrimp Noodle Skillet image

This is a flavorful seafood dish that draws compliments each time I serve it to family and friends.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) medium egg noodles
2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
3 cups half-and-half cream
1-1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
8 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed

Steps:

Cook noodles according to package directions; drain and set aside. , In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, saute the onions, green pepper, celery and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in cream, Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened., Reduce heat; add the shrimp, jalapeno pepper and parsley. Simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Stir in cheese; cook 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Stir in noodles; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670 calories, Fat 36g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 289mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.