Singing Shrimp

Directions

1. 1
   After removing pastry shells from oven, take the tip of a thin, sharp knife, and carefully cut out the tops from each pastry and discard the moist insides. Cool pastry shells.
2. 2
   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. 3
   Add the mushrooms, salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms soften, about 4 minutes.
5. 5
   Add the shrimp, green onions, shallots, and garlic and stir-fry for 1 minute.
6. 6
   Remove the pan from the heat and add the Cognac.
7. 7
   Have a large lid nearby.
8. 8
   Return to the heat, and very carefully ignite the brandy.
9. 9
   Once the flame goes out(you may need to cover with the lid to extinguish, if the flames leap too dramatically,)add the cream, mustard, and parsley; stir well.
10. 10
    Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 2 minutes.
11. 11
    To serve, place a pastry shell on each of 6 plates.
12. 12
    Spoon the shrimp mixture into each shell.
13. 13
    Serve immediately with a nice bottle of Chardonnay.