PRAWN & VEGETABLE BAKE

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I like the recipe because it is really very simple and can be varied to suit what you have in the store cupboard and/or freezer. It is my own creation in response to my wife asking 'can we have something different?' when our resources were somewhat depleted. She was immediately taken with it and I now have to make it at least once a week, which is why I have found lots of ways to vary it! I must admit that I was very pleased with my first version and it is now one of my favourite dishes.

Provided by HowardDel8841

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces steamed cauliflower florets
10 ounces steamed broccoli florets
8 ounces steamed diagonally sliced carrots (The vegetables should be only just cooked and retain a crunch because they will be cooked again in t)
10 ounces peeled prawns, defrosted
2 ounces flour (plain or s.f)
2 ounces unsalted butter
1 pint whole milk (NOT semi-skimmed)
8 ounces roulade soft cream cheese
1 pinch cayenne pepper
3 ounces fresh white breadcrumbs
3 ounces finely grated cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • preheat the oven to 180C/350F/GM4.
  • Take an oval ceramic or ovenproof glass baking dish (9"x13" approx).
  • Arrange the cauliflower and broccoli florets in the dish so that there is an attractive balance of colour.
  • Next arrange the carrot slices between the cauli and broccoli, again ensuring an attractive balance of colour.
  • Now scatter the prawns evenly over the whole dish.
  • Set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a medium sized saucepan and then stir in the flour, using a wooden spoon.
  • Cook for two minutes, stirring all the time.
  • Now start to add the milk a little at a time, stirring all the time.
  • As the mixture thickens add more milk and keep stirring.
  • As the sauce thickens you might like to change to a whisk since this will ensure a smoother sauce.
  • When all the milk has been absorbed into the sauce, add the Roulade soft cheese and half the chives.
  • Season with a little cayenne pepper.
  • Stir and cook for two minutes before spooning carefully over the contents of the dish.
  • Mix the breadcrumbs and the grated Cheddar cheese.
  • Scatter evenly over the dish and bake in the oven for 25/30 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  • Scatter the remaining chives over the dish before serving.
  • Serve with steamed baby new potatoes, preferably Jersey Royals, if desired although this dish is sufficiently filling to stand alone.
  • You do not need to be too strict about the quantities of vegetables so long as you fill the dish.
  • BE SURE THAT YOU DO NOT OVERSTEAM THE VEGETABLES IN THE FIRST PLACE!
  • They must retain a crunch.
  • Be sure to refresh them in cold running water as soon as they are removed from the steamer.
  • This not only stops further cooking but also helps to retain the vibrant colours which make the dish attractive to the eye.
  • This dish is very versatile and is easily adapted to a vegetarian dish- simply leave out the prawns!
  • I also like to use wafers of thinly sliced ham as an alternative to prawns and I tend to add a little garlic to the cheese sauce because I like it!
  • 'Roulade'is a garlic and herb flavoured cream cheese and any similarly flavoured cream cheese may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 674.8, Fat 44.1, SaturatedFat 25.4, Cholesterol 216.8, Sodium 956, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 12.9, Protein 29.4

mfaisal dhurnaka
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I will definitely be making this again.


Mike Cunningham
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This was a great dish to serve to guests.


Modupe Akinjiren
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I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy seafood dish.


Miguel Ortiz
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This dish was easy to make and very delicious.


Damilare Samuel
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I would definitely make this again.


kings rebal
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The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the whole dish came together beautifully.


Xale Bawanoor
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This was a great recipe! The prawns were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were still slightly crunchy.


A.T. Williams
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This dish was delicious! I loved the combination of prawns and vegetables, and the sauce was flavorful and creamy.


Brittany Sellers
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This was a great recipe! The prawns were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were still slightly crunchy. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the whole dish came together beautifully. I would definitely make this again.


chris Fried
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I loved this recipe! The prawns were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were still slightly crunchy. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the whole dish came together beautifully. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delic


rayon ellis
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This dish was easy to make and very delicious. The prawns were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were still slightly crunchy. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the whole dish came together beautifully. I would definitely make this again.


Nora Robledo
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This was a great recipe! The prawns were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were still slightly crunchy. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the whole dish came together beautifully. I would definitely make this again.


Kamohelo Nugget
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This dish was delicious! I loved the combination of prawns and vegetables, and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy seafood dish.


Queen Adia
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This was a great recipe! The prawns were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were still slightly crunchy. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the whole dish came together beautifully.


Kiran Pulidindi
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I loved this recipe! The prawns were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were still slightly crunchy. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the whole dish came together beautifully. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delic


Melody Kuromi
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This dish was easy to make and very delicious. The prawns were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were still slightly crunchy. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the whole dish came together beautifully. I will definitely be making this again.


Jk Asvm
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The prawns were succulent and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the whole dish was very satisfying. I would highly recommend this recipe to a


DA Irolllike that
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This prawn vegetable bake was a hit with my family! The prawns were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were still slightly crunchy. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the whole dish came together beautifully. I will definitely be making this ag