Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of shrimp and spinach bathed in a rich and creamy crab cheese sauce. This decadent dish is perfect for a special dinner or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Creamy Crab Cheese Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup lump crab meat
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook seasoned shrimp until pink and opaque, then set aside.
- Sauté Spinach: In the same pan, sauté garlic, add spinach, and cook until wilted.
- Make Sauce: In a saucepan, make a roux with butter and flour, whisk in milk and cream, then add cheeses, crab meat, seasonings, and lemon juice.
- Combine: Return shrimp and spinach to the skillet, pour sauce over, stir gently to coat.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve over pasta, rice, or bread.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half and reduced-fat cream cheese.
