Florida Shrimp Cheddar Pie
A rich and savory seafood pie filled with tender shrimp, sautéed vegetables, and creamy custard, topped with golden cheddar cheese perfect for a cozy dinner for two.
Ingredients
- Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pastry shell
- Seafood
- 1 pound fresh shrimp peeled and deveined
- Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon butter
- ¼ cup onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup green bell pepper finely chopped
- ¼ cup celery finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Custard Filling
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Topping
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat to 425°F (220°C). Place the unbaked pie shell on a baking sheet.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic for 5–7 minutes until soft. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2–3 minutes. Drain excess liquid.
- Whisk together mayonnaise and milk. Add eggs, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Mix until smooth.
- Spread shrimp and veggies in the pie shell. Pour custard over. Top with shredded cheddar.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set. Crust should be crisp.
- Let rest 10 minutes before slicing for cleaner servings.