Shrimp Or Crawfish Au Gratin - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1-1/2 lb. med. shrimp or crawfish, cooked in a little butter
3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
3 Tbsp. chopped parsley
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1 tsp. minced garlic
1/2 stick butter
1/4 cup flour
2 cups milk
2 egg yolks, beaten
1/2 tsp. red pepper
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 tsp. salt

Preparation

Saute vegetables in melted butter until well done, not browned.
Blend flour into mixture, stirring constantly.
Add milk, egg yolks and seasonings.
Cook 5 to 10 minutes, until mixture begins to thicken.
Add shrimp, parsley and 1/2 of the cheese.
Blend well and pour into a casserole dish.
Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake about 20 minutes at 350 degrees, until hot and bubbly.
Serves 4 to 6.