Shelly's Recipe

SHRIMP PASTA BAKE

Category: Pasta - Baked

12 oz uncooked vermicelli
1 medium green pepper, chopped
5 green onions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
6 tbsp butter, cubed
2 tbsp flour
2 lbs deveined peeled cooked medium shrimp
1 tsp celery salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 lb process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
1 (4 oz) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Cook vermicelli according to pkg directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute the green pepper, onions and garlic in butter until tender. Gradually stir in flour until blended. Stir in the shrimp, celery salt and pepper; cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 5-6 minutes or until heated through.

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the process cheese, tomatoes and mushrooms. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3-4 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally. Add to shrimp mixture. Drain vermicelli; stir into skillet.

Pour into a greased 13x9 baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Serves 8