Shelly's Recipe

Bruschetta with Garlic Shrimp

Category: Bruschetta, Crostini and Canapes

1 loaf (8 ounces) baguette-style Italian bread cut into thirty 1/2-inch slices
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
30 raw small shrimp or prawns peeled and deveined
1 container (10.5 ounces) refrigerated classic bruschetta at room temperature
30 Italian parsley leaves (optional)


PREHEAT broiler.

BRUSH bread slices with 2 tablespoons oil. Place on baking sheet; broil for about 1 minute or until lightly toasted.

HEAT remaining 1 tablespoon oil and garlic in medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes or until pink and cooked.

TOP each bread slice with 1 heaping teaspoon bruschetta and 1 shrimp. Garnish with parsley leaves.

Tip: For ease and convenience, use toasted bread rounds or crostini crackers in place of baguette.


Serving Size: 30