Hot, Cheesy and Full of Creole Goodness

OPELOUSAS, La., March 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Sometimes there is nothing like a big, hot sandwich for dinner … and if it has cheese, shrimp and Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning, even better! This is especially true around Mardi Gras season. The Cooking Mom, Amy Hanten, says whether for brunch, lunch or as an appetizer, these Cheesy Baked Shrimp Sandwiches will be a hit no matter how you serve them.

Tony Chachere's^® has been a fixture in kitchens across the nation for decades, with a particular presence in the Southeast. While its authentic lines of Creole products are top-notch for all sorts of dishes, its marinades, mixes and seasonings are a must-have for your everyday feasts.

CHEESY BAKED SHRIMP SANDWICHES

PREPARATION
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Serves: 6-8

INGREDIENTS
1 Loaf Crusty French Bread
2 Tbsp Butter
½ Cup Green Onions, Chopped, Plus a Few Tbsp Extra for Garnish
½ Cup Celery, Finely Diced
2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
1 ½ Lbs. Medium-sized Uncooked, Peeled and Deveined Shrimp
1 Tbsp Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning
Juice from Half Lemon
1 Cup Mayonnaise
2 Cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
2. Slice loaf of bread in half. Use your fingers to pull out a little of the inside of the loaf of bread.
3. In a large skillet, melt butter.
4. Add onions and celery and cook for two minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
5. Add shrimp and cook until the shrimp turn pink.
6. Add Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning and stir well. Squeeze lemon juice over shrimp and toss to coat.
7. Turn off heat and let mixture cool for a few minutes.
8. Place shrimp mixture in a large bowl and stir in mayonnaise and cheese. Spoon shrimp mixture on top of bread.
9. Bake bread on a sheet pan for about 18 to 30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
10. Garnish with green onions. Cut into slices and serve warm.

Tony Chachere's^® Famous Creole Cuisine was founded in 1972 by Tony Chachere, the "Ole Master" of Creole cooking. Tony Chachere's^® continues to be family owned-and-operated and is located in Opelousas, Louisiana. You can get more Tony Chachere's^® recipes and products by visiting tonychachere.com/Recipes. For all of the cooking tips you need, go to tonychachere.com/Video.

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