Shrimp
Newburg
1 1/2
lbs. raw shrimp, peeled, deveined
Sautéed in 1 T whole butter, reserve
Cut large shrimp into uniform pieces
1/4 c melted butter
2 Tbsp flour
3/4 t salt
Cayenne pepper, dash
Nutmeg, dash
Dry mustard, dash
1 1/2 c half-and-half
2 egg yolks, beaten
2 Tbsp sherry
Toast or warm, crusty rolls to serve with
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Paprika for garnish
In a saucepan,
heat butter and flour together. Mix in the salt and desired seasonings.
Whisk in the half-and-half and stir until smooth. Ladle a little
bit of the hot cooked sauce into the beaten egg yolks and stir
to combine. Add this back to the saucepan and stir until cooked,
thickened and smooth. Stir in shrimp, add in sherry and serve
immediately.
