Creamy Shrimp Linguine

I first had this when my Pastor's wife threw a birthday party for her daughter.  It was love at first bite.  Don't let the long ingredient list intimidate you...it's kind of long.  Or the mincing.  This. Is. So. GOOD!

1 (8oz.) box linguini

1/2 cup butter

1/3 cup flour

1 bunch green onions, chopped

1 small onion, chopped

4 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 green pepper, minced

2 celery ribs, minced

1 chicken bouillon cube

1 pint whipping cream

2 lbs. medium fresh or frozen shrimp

10oz. can Rotel

1 tablespoon creole seasoning

1 tablespoon fresh parsley

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/8 teaspoon salt

shredded parmesan

hot sauce, optional

In a large skillet, melt butter.  Add flour and cook, stirring constantly for 2 minutes to get rid of the raw flour taste.  Add green onions and next 4 ingredients.  Saute 5 minutes or until tender.  Add bouillon cube and next 7 ingredients; cook 10 minutes or until thickened.  Stir in hot sauce, if desired.

Cook linguini, drain.  Serve shrimp sauce over linguini.  Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.  Serves 6-8.