Go Shrimp Yourself
I mean that in the nicest way possible.
If you were privy to holiday celebrations at Casa O’Curry then you’ve been shrimped, lucky you and after several requests I am giving away all my secrets. You don’t need much for this recipe but you do need a mold, we use a copper fish one Mother has had around for ages. I dream of one day having a whole several course dinner party, every course different individual molds.
For now, a wistful dream.
Shrimp Delight
1 Can undiluted Campbells Tomato Soup
1 Envelope unflavoured gelatin or agar agar
(natural gelling agent, yum, but it didn’t have a face or a parent so…worth it!)
1 Cup finely diced Celery
1/4 Cup grated or finely chopped white onion
1 Cup Mayonnaise or Miracle Whip (for those watching waistlines)
1 Eight Ounce package of cream cheese
2 Cups chopped shrimp (you can use the canned variety, the mini guys, but they must be well rinsed)
Combine soup and gelatin on medium heat until warmed through. Remove from heat and stir in remaining ingredients, combine well. Pour mixture in to greased mold and let set overnight in the fridge.
When ready to serve gently unmold, the best way is to tap the mold on the countertop and just loosen the edges with a butter knife. If the mold does not come out immediately, remain calm and let it sit on the plate, mold upsidedown and tap a little on the mold. Give it time, relax it’s just a dip!