Chef Terryl A. Jackson
Of Logan’s Family Restaurant
Shrimp Butter Cream Sauce
(Catfish Atchafalaya)
½ lb. Butter
1 c. Onion
½ c. Celery
½ c. Bell Pepper
1 Tbsp. Chili Powder
1 tsp. Black Pepper
½ tsp. Red Pepper
½ Tbsp. Cumin
1 Tbsp. Salt
1 lb. Shrimp (peeled)
¼ c. flour
3 c. Heavy Cream
2 c. Tbsp. Chopped Garlic
1 c. Shredded Cheese
Instructions:
In a sauce pot over med-high heat, melt the butter, then add the onions, celery, peppers, and sauté till the veggies become transparent. Next, add in all the dry spices and cook until a thin crust forms on the bottom of the pan. Then add in the shrimp and simmer until shrimp are cooked. Then add flour and stir until light roux is achieved then add heavy cream, water and return to a simmer. Finally, remove from heat, add garlic and cheese. This sauce can be served over rice, your favorite pasta or as a topping for fish, or chicken. Bon Appetit!