1 large onion, skinned and sliced
knob of butter
7 fl oz (200 ml) boiling water
3 medium sized potatoes, peeled and diced
salt and pepper
198-g (7 oz) can peeled shrimps or prawns, drained weight 113 g (4 oz)
1 pt (568 ml) milk
1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped parsley
method
1. Lightly fry the onion in the butter for about 5 minutes, until soft but not coloured.
2. Add the boiling water, potatoes and seasoning. Cover and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are just cooked.
3. Add the shrimps and the milk and re-heat.
4. Stir in the grated cheese and parsley and serve with crusty bread or toast
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