Basil stuffed shrimp wrapped in bacon
Ingredients
1/2 c. olive oil
2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 lb. large shrimp
1/3 c, chopped fresh basil leaves
1-1/2 Tbsp. parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
16 pieces of bacon, thinly sliced
How to
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Mix the olive oil and crushed red pepper in a small bowl and set aside.
Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving on the tails.
Butterfly the shrimp by cutting a slit along the back and gently pressing open.
Combine the basil, parmesan cheese and garlic in a small bowl. Place the basil mixture evenly in the shrimp openings and press the shrimp closed.
Cook the bacon over a medium heat until partially cooked. Drain on paper towels.
Wrap each of the shrimp with one slice of bacon and place on a greased baking sheet.
Brush infused olive oil over the shrimp and bake for 8 to 9 minutes.
Serves 8 as an appetizer.
Capt. Dick May is the owner of Easy Rider Charters in Bokeelia. Capt. Dick’s Seafood and More Recipes is available for $8.50 plus $1.90 for postage by calling the number above or mailing to 7989 Judge Bean Road, Bokeelia, FL 33922. Make checks payable to Dick May.