Creamy Florida Shrimp Pie

🥧 Creamy Florida Shrimp Pie

Ingredients:

1 (9-inch) deep-dish pie crust, unbaked (homemade or store-bought)

1 lb medium Florida shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked

2 tbsp butter

1 small onion, finely chopped

1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped

1 rib celery, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp all-purpose flour

1 cup whole milk (or half-and-half for richer flavor)

½ cup heavy cream

½ tsp Old Bay seasoning (or paprika + pinch of cayenne)

Salt & black pepper, to taste

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Swiss/Monterey Jack)

2 large eggs, lightly beaten

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Optional: 1 tsp lemon juice for brightness

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook veggies: In a skillet, melt butter and sauté onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened (about 5 minutes).

3. Make creamy base: Stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk and cream until smooth and thickened. Season with Old Bay, salt, and pepper.

4. Add shrimp & cheese: Stir in cooked shrimp, cheese, parsley, and lemon juice if using. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

5. Mix with eggs: Slowly stir beaten eggs into the cooled mixture (so they don’t scramble).

6. Assemble pie: Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust. Smooth the top.

7. Bake: Place on a baking sheet and bake 35–40 minutes, until golden and set in the center.

8. Cool slightly before serving for best slicing.

🍴 Serving Ideas:

Garnish with extra parsley or green onions.

Serve with a fresh garden salad or coleslaw.

Pair with a squeeze of lemon and some hot sauce for a real Florida kick