Shrimp Mold

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 (10-ounce) can tomato soup, undiluted

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

2 hours (chilling time)

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, celery, green bell pepper, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add tomato soup and mix well.
3. Pour half of the shrimp mixture into a 9x5-inch loaf pan. Top with the cream cheese mixture. Spread remaining shrimp mixture over the top.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
5. Before serving, unmold onto a serving plate.

Nutritional Information:

(Per serving)

Calories: 250 Fat: 15g Saturated Fat: 5g Cholesterol: 150mg Sodium: 500mg Carbohydrates: 10g Dietary Fiber: 2g Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and savory
• Creamy and tangy
• Perfect for parties or appetizers
• Easy to prepare and refrigerate for later use

User Comments:

• "This shrimp mold is a hit at every party I bring it to!" - Emily
• "The combination of shrimp and cream cheese is simply divine." - Sarah
• "I love that it's so easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time." - John
• "The flavors are perfectly balanced, not too bland and not too overpowering." - Mary
• "This is a must-try recipe for any seafood lover." - David

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh, raw shrimp for the best results.
• If you don't have a loaf pan, you can use a 9x9-inch glass baking dish.
• Serve with crackers, breadsticks, or vegetables for dipping.