Reviewed: Oct. 6, 2011

My family liked this recipe and when we had leftovers they tasted even better so I would consider making this the day before I wanted it and sticking it in the fridge. It did end up taking a lot more than 20 minutes of prep time though! My changes were to thicken with cornstarch instead of flour, and like others, I added more and different vegetables. I did not have cream so I substituted. What I did to make it not so bland was to brown some minced garlic in the butter and I used dried chopped onion. Additionally, I didn't have any crackers on hand, but I did have some leftover cornbread from the previous morning, so I crumbled that and it worked out. Next time I might consider browning fresh chopped onion with the garlic, possibly using a dash of chili powder, and I might throw in a can of beans to up the protein content. I will not skip the cream next time as I think the richness will increase the flavor. Definitely sticking with the cornbread topping and may throw a dash of Parmesan on top too. Going into my "Fish on Friday" file permanently.

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bwdiaz

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Living In: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Reviewed: Sep. 13, 2011

Great recipe, my family loves it. Going to add bay scallops to it next time I make it.

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Moghedien

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Home Town: Homer, New York, USA

Living In: Norwood, Massachusetts, USA

Reviewed: Aug. 21, 2011

Very interesting combination. We liked it, though. I used milk rather than cream, just because I don't usually keep it around. We will probably make this again, and maybe up the spices. Thanks for sharing!

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HuskerGirl

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Omaha, Nebraska, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 31, 2010

It's a great recipe for a base but its quite bland. I added old bay to the water for the shrimp, and cooked the noodles in a separate pot. I sauteed two crushed cloves of garlic in the butter before adding the flour, and added black pepper and a dash of dehydrated onions (I have a picky eater that won't eat onions any other way). I also added parmesan to the crushed crackers too. Mega hit at my house.

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Bhejoon

Reviewed: Nov. 30, 2010

I made some changes because I didn't have everything on hand. I used elbow macaroni instead of egg noodles, chicken broth instead of most of the milk, Italian bread crumbs and Parmesan instead of butter crackers. I am anxious to try it again using the real ingredients, although my sub's worked deliciously!

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Abby Cottington

Cooking Level: Professional

Home Town: Argyle, Wisconsin, USA

Living In: Gratiot, Wisconsin, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 27, 2010

I thought it was a little bland although the simpleness and creativity was good i think it could have used a little more flavor

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hotstuff

Reviewed: Nov. 24, 2010

Just ok, wouldn't make it for company.

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kristyistoast

Reviewed: Nov. 11, 2010

A huge hit for all-3 year old grandkids to Grandma and Grandpa. Delish!!!

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Jean

Reviewed: Nov. 8, 2010

I reduced the servings to 4 allowing for faster cooking time on the noodles and baking time. I used canned peas and fresh mushrooms. Also used Sea Salt instead of the Iodized type. I found this to be a tasty recipe and a definate keeper. Thanks!

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