Recipes
Simple Shrimp Boil with Caesar Corn on the Cob
4 servings
25 minutes total
(Active 25 minutes)
Shopping list
- Prepare corn through step 1 - 5 minutes
- Prepare shrimp, complete corn; serve - 20 minutes
Simple Shrimp Boil
Ingredients
- 3 ribs celery, coarsely chopped
- 2 lemons
- 3 cups white wine (or seafood stock)
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 ½ lb large easy-to-peel shrimp
Prep
- Chop celery (½ cup).
Steps
- Cut lemons in half and squeeze juice into large stock pot. Add the lemons and remaining ingredients (except shrimp) to the lemon juice. Cover and bring to a boil; boil 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in shrimp and cover; cook 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove lemons; transfer shrimp and broth to serving bowl. Serve.
Caesar Corn on the Cob
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 ears fresh corn
- 2 tablespoons water
- ¾ teaspoon zesty Creole garlic/herb seasoning, divided
- 3 tablespoons refrigerated Caesar dressing
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
Prep
- Cut butter into small pieces; place in medium bowl to soften.
- Remove husks and silks from corn.
Steps
- Combine in microwave-safe dish: water, ½ teaspoon seasoning, and corn, turning to evenly coat corn. Cover and microwave on HIGH 7-8 minutes or until tender.
- Whisk into butter: dressing, cheese, and remaining ¼ teaspoon seasoning until thoroughly blended. Add corn and roll in butter mixture until evenly coated. Serve.
Serving Suggestions
- Complete your meal with a fresh salad blend, baguette, and apple pie for dessert.
- Leaving the shrimp shells on during cooking will result in a more flavorful and tastier broth.
Simple Shrimp Boil
Amount per ¼ recipe serving: Calories 310, Total Fat 2.5g, Chol 275mg, Sodium 2200mg, Total Carb 9g, Fiber 1g, Calc 15%, Vitamin A 8%, Vitamin C 15%, Iron 4%
Caesar Corn on the Cob
Amount per ¼ recipe serving: Calories 230, Total Fat 18g, Chol 35mg, Sodium 250mg, Total Carb 17g, Fiber 2g, Calc 2%, Vitamin A 10%, Vitamin C 8%, Iron 2%