NEW ORLEANS STYLE SHRIMP ALFREDO

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My mother in law taught me the original recipe, and over time, I've added my own special touches. Hope you like it just as much as we do!

Provided by kr50416

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (12 ounce) bag broad egg noodles
1/2 cup margarine
1 cup green onion, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
1 tablespoon sweet basil
1 lb shrimp (de-veined and de-tailed )
2 pints half-and-half
2 (15 ounce) jars alfredo sauce (Classico brand preferred)
1/4 cup garlic powder
1/4 cup onion powder
1/4 cup cayenne pepper
4 Velveeta cheese slices

Steps:

  • Finely chop green onion and parsley before starting.
  • Melt stick of margarine in a large, deep skillet.
  • Once margarine is melted, add finely chopped green onion.
  • Sautee' for approximately one minute on medium heat, stirring constantly so not to burn.
  • Add parsley and basil and continue stirring for a few more seconds.
  • Increase heat to medium-high, and add shrimp.
  • Once shrimp is cooked thoroughly, remove from skillet and place in strainer.
  • You should start boiling your pasta at this time.
  • Return to skillet and add half and half.
  • Stir constantly for approximately one minute.
  • Add both jars of alfredo sauce and mix well.
  • Once well mixed, add garlic and onion powder, as well as cayenne pepper.
  • Mix well, and stir constantly.
  • Add slices of cheese to mix.
  • Stir until melted.
  • I recomend you taste the mix and add more powder and/or pepper depending on your taste.
  • Pour alfredo mix, noodles, and shrimp into casserole dish, mix, and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 798.1, Fat 54.6, SaturatedFat 22.8, Cholesterol 257.3, Sodium 1029.8, Carbohydrate 50.9, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 30.3

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