SHRIMP BAKED CASSEROLE "GARITHES YOUVETSI"

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Shrimp Baked Casserole

Youvetsi is the name of a round deep earthware dish in which the food is baked. Of course this dish can be cooked in any ovenproof dish or dutch oven. This delicious dish is a summer favorite in all areas of Greece especially the islands. Don't forget the fresh bread & wine:) Hope you try it and like it as much as my family...

Provided by Maria *

Categories     Seafood

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb large shrimp, peeled but heads & tails left on, black intestines removed
6 medium sized tomatoes, peeled, seeded & pureed
2 Tbsp olive oil with tomatoes
3 Tbsp finely chopped parsely
3 clove garlic, finely chopped
1/3 c olive oil
10 oz feta cheese, crumbled (i usually add more than a cup)
2 Tbsp butter
salt & freshly ground pepper
tabasco sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Simmer the pureed tomatoes with the 2 Tbsp olive oil for 20 to 25 minutes. Until they become a thick sauce.
  • 2. Pour the sauce in an ovenproof dish. On top place the shrimp. Sprinkle with the parsley, garlic, olive oil and top with Feta cheese. Sprinkle with butter and season with lots of black pepper, little salt and the Tabasco sauce.
  • 3. Bake for 10 minutes, til the Feta cheece melts and bubbles. Serve with plenty of fresh bread to dip into the delicious sauce:) Enjoy!

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