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Cheddar Bay Seafood Pie

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A comforting and easy seafood pie that combines rich cheddar cheese and cream with mixed seafood wrapped in a flaky pie crust, perfect for casual dinners or festive occasions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (sharp, grated) Grate it yourself for better flavor.
  • 2 cups mixed seafood (shrimp, crab, scallops) Use raw or thawed if frozen.
  • 1 prepared pie crust (9-inch single crust) A deep-dish crust works well.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Substituting half-and-half will yield a thinner filling.
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped For brightness and color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the prepared pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until foaming. Add the mixed seafood and cook just until pieces turn slightly opaque — about 2–4 minutes depending on size. Avoid overcooking.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle the Old Bay seasoning. Stir and simmer gently until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3–5 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheddar. Stir until the cheese melts and the filling is smooth.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning — a pinch of salt or a squeeze of lemon brightens it.
  6. Pour the creamy seafood mixture into the prepared pie crust. Sprinkle the chopped parsley evenly over the top.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling at the edges.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the pie rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve with a simple green salad or a light white wine. Excellent when paired with lemon for brightness.
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