shrimps with cheese

How to Make Perfect Baked Cheese Shrimp

Baked cheese shrimp is a quick, delicious dish that blends juicy shrimp with gooey, golden cheese. Here’s a simple yet foolproof recipe to impress your taste buds.

Ingredients:

- 500g large shrimp, peeled and deveined

- 200ml heavy cream

- 150g shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan work well)

- 3 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tbsp olive oil

- 1 tsp paprika

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.

2. Season the shrimp: Toss shrimp with olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.

3. Make the cheese sauce: In a saucepan, heat heavy cream over medium heat until simmering. Gradually stir in shredded cheese until melted and smooth. Add a pinch of salt if needed.

4. Assemble: Arrange shrimp in the baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the shrimp, ensuring each piece is coated.

5. Bake: Place in the oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned on top.

6. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy hot with crusty bread or rice!

This versatile dish can be customized with herbs like dill or a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor. Quick, elegant, and irresistibly cheesy—baked shrimp is sure to become a favorite!

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