SUNDAY SHRIMP PASTA BAKE

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Pasta is popular in our home, so my favorite meal would almost have to have it in the main course. In this delicious casserole, pasta complements the shrimp our local fishermen bring in.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

12 ounces uncooked vermicelli
1 medium green pepper, chopped
5 green onions, chopped
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 pounds cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cook vermicelli according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute green pepper and onions in butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Gradually stir in flour until blended. Stir in shrimp, celery salt and pepper; cook, uncovered, over medium heat 5-6 minutes or until heated through., In a microwave-safe bowl, combine process cheese, tomatoes and mushrooms. Microwave, uncovered, on high 3-4 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally. Add to shrimp mixture. Drain vermicelli; stir into skillet. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. , Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558 calories, Fat 25g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 281mg cholesterol, Sodium 1410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 42g protein.