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Shrimp & Cannellini Bean Stew with Old Bay Toast

Indulge in this flavorful and comforting Shrimp and Bean Stew, packed with succulent shrimp, tender cannellini beans, and fresh Roma tomatoes, all infused with the iconic taste of Old Bay seasoning. This hearty and nutritious seafood stew is a perfect blend of protein, fiber, and deliciousness, making it an ideal option for a cozy night in or a quick weeknight dinner. Serve with crispy Old Bay toast for a satisfying and comforting meal that's sure to become a favorite!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 6qt Dutch Oven or other soup pot
  • 1 Non-stick skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Stew

  • 1 ½ pounds medium to large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 3 roma tomatoes, medium dice
  • 1 medium onion, medium dice
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled, minced
  • 4 cups good quality chicken stock
  • ½ cup white wine, optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flake, optional
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 1.5 tablespoons old bay seasoning, divided

For the Toast

  • 3-6 slices good quality bread
  • 1 Tablespoon mayo, or butter
  • 1 teaspoon old bay seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Toss shrimp in a little olive oil and half the old bay.
    1 ½ pounds medium to large shrimp,
  • Add a drizzle of oil to the dutch oven on medium heat. Once hot, add garlic and shrimp, cook for 1-2 minutes a side. Remove to a plate when mostly opaque but not quite done.
    4 cloves garlic,, 1 tablespoon olive oil,
  • Add the remaining oil, onion, red pepper flake, salt & pepper, and the rest of the old bay to the dutch oven. Cook for 8-10 minutes.
    ½ cup white wine,, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flake,, Salt & pepper,, 1.5 tablespoons old bay seasoning,, 1 medium onion,
  • Once onion is slightly softened, deglaze with white wine (if using), then add diced tomatoes, stock, and beans. Adjust heat to a slow simmer and cook 7-10 minutes.
    2 cans cannellini beans,, 3 roma tomatoes,, 4 cups good quality chicken stock
  • Make the toast next, when ready to eat add shrimp back in, cook another 2 minutes.
  • Old Bay Toast
  • Heat a saute pan on med-high heat.
  • Coat 1 side of the bread with mayo (or any other bread lube)
    3-6 slices good quality bread, 1 Tablespoon mayo,
  • Sprinkle with old bay, feel free to do both sides if you like the spice.
    1 teaspoon old bay seasoning
  • Cook until nice and golden brown, about 4 minutes a side.

Notes

Variations:
  • Add other seafood such as scallops or mussels to the stew for added flavor and protein.
  • Use different types of beans such as kidney beans or black beans for a change of pace.
  • Add some heat to the stew with some diced jalapeños!
Items used: (contains affiliate links)
Lodge 6qt Dutch Oven
Non-stick Skillet
Keyword cannellini bean, comforting soup, healthy soup, shrimp