Dearing Street Casserole
Dearing Street Casserole is a hearty seafood and rice bake featuring shrimp, crab, mushrooms, and vibrant vegetables in a creamy mushroom sauce. Topped with Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs, it's perfect for family dinners or special occasions, offering savory flavors and comforting textures in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup celery, minced ⓘ
- 1 small onion, minced ⓘ
- 1 small green pepper, minced ⓘ
- 1 can mushrooms or 1 cup fresh mushrooms ⓘ
- 1-2 tablespoons butter ⓘ
- 2 cups wild rice, cooked ⓘ
- 2 cups whole shrimp, cooked
- 2 cups crab meat ⓘ
- 2 cans cream of mushroom soup ⓘ
- Salt and pepper to taste ⓘ
- Grated Parmesan cheese ⓘ
- Buttered bread crumbs ⓘ
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, sauté minced celery, onion, green pepper, and mushrooms in butter.
- Combine the sautéed vegetables with cooked wild rice, cooked shrimp, crab meat, and cream of mushroom soup.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the mixture into a buttered baking dish.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs on top.
- Place the baking dish in a larger pan of water to create a water bath.
- Bake at 350°F for about 1 hour.
Tips & Substitutions
For added flavor, consider substituting the shrimp with diced cooked chicken or using a mix of mushrooms. If you prefer a lighter dish, you can use low-fat cream of mushroom soup. Make sure to sauté the vegetables until they're tender for better texture. This casserole can also benefit from a sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning for a seafood twist.
Serving Suggestions
This casserole is a hearty main dish that pairs beautifully with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables. For a complete meal, serve it alongside some crusty buttered bread or a side of Baked Flounder. It also makes for excellent brunch fare, accompanied by light appetizers like Smoked Salmon And Dill Rollups.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, cover with foil and bake at 350°F until warmed through, about 20-30 minutes. You can also microwave individual portions, but be sure to cover them to prevent drying out.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Dearing Street Casserole contains roughly 426 calories, with 28g protein, 59g carbohydrates, and 8g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin D (66% of the Daily Value), protein (56% of the Daily Value), and iron (24% of the Daily Value), and a good source of dietary fiber and potassium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1585mg per serving (69% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prepare this casserole ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the casserole a day in advance. Simply assemble it without baking, cover tightly, and refrigerate. When ready to bake, let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before placing it in the oven to ensure even cooking.
What can I use instead of wild rice?
If you don’t have wild rice, you can substitute it with brown rice or quinoa for a different texture. Keep in mind that cooking times may vary, so adjust accordingly to ensure the grains are fully cooked before mixing them with the other ingredients.
How can I make this dish gluten-free?
To make this casserole gluten-free, use gluten-free cream of mushroom soup and ensure that the breadcrumbs are gluten-free. Additionally, check that the shrimp and crab meat are not processed with gluten-containing ingredients.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).