Brandy Cream Shrimp

MizzNezz's Note:

Very elegant, very good! This is an easy recipe for a romantic dinner. You could also put the shrimp on picks for an appetizer.

• Total Time: 29 mins
• Prep Time: 12 mins
• Cook Time: 17 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 cup chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons chopped shallots
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 4 tablespoons brandy
• ½ cup unsalted butter , cut in cubes and softened
• 4 teaspoons lemon juice
• ¼ teaspoon white pepper
• 2 lbs large shrimp , peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives

Directions:

1. In saucepan combine broth and shallots.
2. Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
3. Simmer, covered for 3 minutes.
4. Stir in whipping cream and brandy.
5. Simmer, uncovered for 10 minutes, or until reduced to 1 cup.
6. Add butter, one piece at a time, whisking well.
7. Stir in lemon juice and white pepper.
8. In skillet, saute shrimp in oil for 4 minutes.
9. Add sauce; heat through; sprinkle with chives.

Reviews

[Chef #534338]

I tried to cheat and used half and half instead of whipping cream, and smart balance margerine instead of butter, so the sauce was way too thin. It was still very flavorful though and I loved it. Served it over a bed of quinoa with roasted asparagus with feta on the side. Yum! Also, I halved the recipe and it was more than enough for two when served with a healthy amount of quinoa.

[-GEORGE-]

Very nice flavors. Prepared as written. Served over fresh angel hair pasta with a tossed salad and bread.

[becky watkins]

This is wonderful!! Great for serving on pasta too!! Thank you, MizzNezz!! Love, Becky