Follow these steps for perfect results
butter
softened
butter
for greasing
cream cheese
softened
all-purpose flour
butter
all-purpose flour
half-and-half
condensed cream of mushroom soup
sliced mushrooms
drained
parmesan cheese
grated
egg
beaten
cooked shrimp
peeled, deveined, diced
garlic powder
to taste
buttered bread crumb
for topping
parsley sprigs
for garnish
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F for the crust.
Blend softened butter and cream cheese in a mixing bowl until well combined.
Cut in the flour with a fork.
Divide the dough into 6 equal balls.
Chill the dough balls in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Grease a 6-cup jumbo muffin tin with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
Pat each chilled dough ball into each muffin cup to form the crust.
Bake the crusts for approximately 8 minutes, or until golden brown.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F for the filling.
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter.
Stir in flour to create a roux.
Slowly blend in half-and-half, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Continue stirring until the sauce thickens, but do not allow it to brown.
Add mushroom soup, sliced mushrooms, Parmesan cheese, and beaten egg to the sauce.
Stir to combine all ingredients.
Gently fold in the cooked, diced shrimp.
Add garlic powder to taste.
Pour the shrimp mixture into the pre-baked pie crusts.
Top each pie with buttered bread crumbs.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the filling is brown and bubbly.
Let the pies cool for 10 minutes before removing them from the muffin tin.
Garnish each pie with a sprig of parsley before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling.
Make sure to drain the mushrooms well to avoid a watery filling.
Use pre-cooked shrimp to save time.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day in advance.
Garnish with fresh parsley and a lemon wedge.
Serve warm as an appetizer.
Serve with a side salad for a light lunch.
Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc.
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Popular comfort food variation.
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