SHRIMP CARDINAL

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This is a great dip served hot or cold! It taste like you slaved over the stove for hours to make, but it is very simple and easy. You can substitute the shrimp for crawfish, crabmeat or oysters!

Provided by Leah Stacey

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 Tbsp butter
3 Tbsp all purpose flour
2 Tbsp chopped green onions
1/4 c white wine
1 c milk
1 Tbsp tomato paste
salt to taste
white pepper to taste
cayenne pepper to taste
2 tsp chopped garlic
1 1/2 lb small, peeled shrimp

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet, blend together the butter and the flour, stirring for about 2 minutes.
  • 2. Then add the green onions,garlic, wine, and milk. Bring to a simmer. Stir in the tomato paste and season to taste with salt and two peppers.
  • 3. Add the shrimp and simmer for 10 minutes
  • 4. When it is done cooking, serve the dip in a bowl with a plate of crackers or french bread croutons.

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