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Cheddar Bay Seafood Pie Recipe

Cheddar Bay Seafood Pie Recipe
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This Cheddar Bay Seafood Pie is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring a creamy mixture of shrimp, crab meat, and vegetables, topped with golden, cheesy Cheddar Bay biscuits. The rich, savory filling is enhanced with Old Bay seasoning and fresh parsley, creating a delightful seafood casserole perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Seafood Mixture

  • 450 g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 225 g lump crab meat
  • 120 g chopped celery
  • 120 g diced onion
  • 120 g diced red bell pepper
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish
  • 60 g unsalted butter
  • 24 g all-purpose flour
  • 360 ml heavy cream
  • 120 ml seafood stock or chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 120 g shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Biscuit Topping

  • 1 pack Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix or homemade cheddar biscuit batter
  • 80 ml whole milk (for biscuit mix)
  • 28 g melted butter (for brushing tops)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Vegetable Base: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped celery, diced onion, and diced red bell pepper. Sauté the vegetables for 5 to 7 minutes or until they are softened and fragrant.
  2. Develop the Roux: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute. Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the sautéed vegetables and whisk continuously for 1 to 2 minutes until a smooth roux forms, which will help thicken the sauce.
  3. Create Creamy Sauce: Gradually pour in the heavy cream and seafood stock while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Let the mixture simmer gently until it thickens into a creamy sauce, perfect for coating the seafood.
  4. Combine Seafood and Flavors: Fold the peeled and deveined shrimp along with the lump crab meat into the sauce. Continue simmering until the shrimp turns opaque and is cooked through. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, Old Bay seasoning, chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well combined and the cheese is melted.
  5. Assemble Pie: Transfer the rich seafood mixture into greased individual ramekins or a medium casserole dish, spreading the filling evenly across the base.
  6. Prepare Biscuit Topping: Prepare the Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix according to the package instructions, using the whole milk provided. Spoon dollops of the biscuit batter evenly over the seafood mixture, covering the top.
  7. Bake the Pie: Place the assembled dish in a preheated oven at 200°C (about 400°F) and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is puffed up and golden brown.
  8. Finish and Garnish: Remove the pie from the oven and immediately brush the biscuit tops with melted butter to add extra flavor and shine. Garnish with additional chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, but the sauce will be less rich.
  • Old Bay seasoning can be replaced with a seafood spice blend if unavailable.
  • You can use homemade cheddar biscuit batter if you prefer a fresher biscuit topping instead of a mix.
  • Make sure seafood is fresh for the best flavor and texture.
  • This dish can be prepared ahead of time and baked before serving for convenience.
  • Individual ramekins make for an elegant presentation and perfect portion control.

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