Instructions: In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the tasso and render for 2 minutes. Add the onions and saute for 1 minute. Add the celery and continue to saute for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.

Season the shrimp with Emerils Essence. Stir the garlic and shrimp into the mixture and saute for 2 minutes. Stir in the potatoes and carrots and season with Essence. Stir in the cream and bring the mixture to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook for 4 to 6 minutes or until the liquid thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Season the mixture with Essence. Stir in the green onions and parsley. Reseason if needed.

Place the fluted shells in the center of each plate. Spoon the mixture into the center of each shell. Garnish with chives and grated cheese. Serve immediately.

This recipe yields 6 appetizer servings.

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