Shrimp Patties

Shrimp Patties

Ingredients:
3 cups water
1 pound unpeeled medium−size fresh shrimp
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/3 cup all−purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
2 scallions, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Beau Monde® seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup Italian−seasoned breadcrumbs, divided
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Directions:
Bring water to a boil; add shrimp, and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Drain well; rinse
with cold water. Peel and devein shrimp; chop and set aside.
Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over low heat; add flour, stirring until smooth. Cook 1 minute,
stirring constantly. Gradually add milk to saucepan; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until
mixture is thickened and bubbly. Stir in scallions and next 7 ingredients.
Combine shrimp, egg and 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; stir in sauce mixture. Shape into 4 patties; dredge
patties in remaining breadcrumbs. Pour oil to depth of 1/2 inch into a large, heavy skillet. Fry patties
in hot oil over medium−high heat until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels.
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Shrimp Scampi
Fresh, uncooked shrimp
Fresh garlic or garlic powder
Butter or margarine
Remove shells and tails from shrimp. Cut through the back of shrimp to butterfly and remove veins.
Sauté shrimp in butter and minced garlic or garlic powder until cooked. Add parsley for a bit of color.
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Shrimp Scampi
Serves 4 to 6, depending upon appetite!