Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

white or brown rice

precooked

1 cup

red bell pepper

chopped

1 cup

celery

chopped

1 cup

onion

chopped

0.33 cup

butter

1 unit

cream of mushroom soup

family size can

8 oz

swiss cheese

shredded

8 oz

cheddar cheese

shredded

0.5 tsp

black pepper

1 tsp

salt

25 unit

shrimp

cleaned, deveined, tail off

Step 1
~4 min

In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter.

Step 2
~4 min

Add chopped onions, celery, and red bell pepper to the pot.

Step 3
~4 min

Cook the vegetables in butter until tender, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4
~4 min

Remove the cooked vegetables from the pot and set aside.

Step 5
~4 min

In the same pot, cook the shrimp until they turn pink and are just a touch undercooked.

Step 6
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine the cooked vegetables, cream of mushroom soup, cooked rice, salt, and pepper.

Step 7
~4 min

Add swiss cheese and half of the cheddar cheese to the bowl.

Step 8
~4 min

Mix all ingredients in the bowl well.

Step 9
~4 min

Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking tray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~4 min

Pour the rice mixture into the prepared baking tray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~4 min

Arrange the cooked shrimp throughout the baking tray, nestling them into the rice mixture and ensuring they are covered.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~4 min

Cover the baking tray with foil.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~4 min

Bake in a preheated 375F oven for 30 minutes.

Step 14
~4 min

Remove the foil cover.

Step 15
~4 min

Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the casserole.

Step 16
~4 min

Bake uncovered for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 17
~4 min

Serve hot with wedges of fresh lemon.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.

Use different types of cheese for a more complex flavor profile.

Top with breadcrumbs for added texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad
Steamed Asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, family gatherings

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday dinners
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

family dinner
holiday
potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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