Bacon Hugged Shrimp With Basil-Garlic Stuffing

Name: Bacon Hugged Shrimp With Basil-Garlic Stuffing
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 10 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp; 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil; 1 1/2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 16 pieces bacon, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup apricot marmalade; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette; 1 teaspoon black pepper

Submitted by Adopted Parisian

"A sweet 'n' savory appetizer, fantastic for parties, potlucks, and midnight snacks. Savory bacon hugs sweet and tender shrimp, hence the name. Basil, garlic and parmesan pack a flavorful punch, and the sweet and tangy sauce is a wonderful accompaniment."

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Ready In:: 18mins
Ingredients:: 8
Serves:: 10

ingredients

SHRIMP
1 lb large shrimp
¹⁄₃ cup chopped fresh basil
1 ¹⁄₂ tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
16 pieces bacon, thinly sliced
SAUCE
¹⁄₂ cup apricot marmalade
2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
1 teaspoon black pepper

directions

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on. Butterfly shrimp by cutting a slit along the back and gently pressing open.
Combine basil, parmesan, and garlic in a small bowl. Place basil mixture evenly in shrimp openings; pressing shrimp closed.
Cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked. Drain on paper towels.
Wrap each shrimp with 1 slice bacon, and place on greased baking sheet.
Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl and microwave for 60 seconds.
Brush sauce over shrimp, and bake 8 to 9 minutes.

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Adopted Parisian

My husband and I are pastors who work with college students and young adults and we absolutely love it! The students are my "kids" and constantly teach me new things and keep my life interesting. I have posted many recipes here at their behest. Sometimes I think they just love me 'cause they know that can come over and get a fresh homecooked meal -a great break from their sketchy college cafeteria food! I grew up in a beautiful, loud, fun, albeit slightly crazy, Spanish-Italian family where cooking is not just about putting food on the table -it is an art. An intense, passionate art of carefully guarded secret recipes. So cooking is in my blood and I enjoy it immensely. I love having dinner parties just so I can whip up fancy new recipes. And the college students are always happy to be my guests!

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