Shelly's Recipe

SHRIMP AND SCALLOP ITALIAN-STYLE SKEWERS

Category: Kabobs/Kebobs/Skewers

8 scallops, 10/20 ct.
8 shrimp, 26/30 ct.
1 doz bamboo skewers, soaked in water
1 large roasted red bell pepper
1 tbsp chopped garlic
1 whole fresh lemon
1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
8 large button mushrooms, capped
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

Peel and cut roasted red bell pepper into 1 inch squares. Alternately place scallops, shrimp, roasted red bell pepper squares and mushrooms on skewers. Rub with thyme and chopped garlic, then brush with olive oil. Grill skewers until shrimp turn pink. Or place them in a preheated cast iron skillet with a little oil and cook on each side for 2-3 minutes on medium high heat. Sprinkle with salt, ground black pepper and lemon juice.