Shelly's Recipe

PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED SHRIMP WITH GARLIC DIPPING SAUCE

Category: Seafood

18 thin slices prosciutto
18 fresh basil leaves
18 extra-large shrimp, peeled, deveined
18 bamboo skewers, soaked in water 30 minutes
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp chopped garlic
1 cup olive oil

Place 1 prosciutto slice on work surface, short end parallel to edge. Place 1 basil leaf at 1 short end of prosciutto slice. Place 1 shrimp atop basil leaf. Roll up shrimp in prosciutto. Thread shrimp on skewer. Repeat with remaining prosciutto, basil, shrimp and skewers. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Wrap tightly in plastic and refrigerate.) Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler.

Garlic Dipping Sauce: Combine vinegar, mustard and garlic in blender. Gradually add oil; blend well. Transfer to small bowl. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Grill wrapped shrimp until opaque in center, turning frequently, about 6 minutes. Transfer to platter. Serve hot or at room temperature with sauce. Serves 6