Shrimp Au Gratin

Since I don't care for crab I came up with this to take the place of shrimp and crab gratins.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4-6
• Yields: 4-6 ramekins

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 lb  cooked medium shrimp
• 3  tablespoons butter
• 3  tablespoons onions, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup flour
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1  dash pepper
• 1 1⁄2 cups milk
• 2  dashes  hot sauce
• 1  cup  grated cheddar cheese
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1⁄4 cup  dry breadcrumbs

Directions

1. Remove shells and tails from shrimp.
2. Cook onion in butter until tender; stir in flour and seasonings.
3. Add milk gradually and cook until thick, stirring constantly.
4. Add 3/4 cup cheese and heat until melted.
5. Stir in shrimp and mix well.
6. Pour into 4 to 6 individual well-greased ramekins.
7. Combine melted butter, bread crumbs and remaining 1/4 cup of cheese; sprinkle over top of each ramekin.
8. Bake in a 400 degree oven for 10-12 minutes or until bubbly and brown.