I first made this hors d'oeuvre for a family gathering, my son
loved it and asked for the recipe,
it can be made with different seafood combinations, either way it's a
keeper!
an easy appetizer
everyone loves
prepare baguette slices ahead of time,
just before serving spread mixture onto crostini
Shrimp Crostini
Appetizer
source: recipe and
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2 Baguettes, sliced 1/4-inch thick
oil for bread slices
1 garlic clove cut in half
8 ounces
salad shrimp, coarsely chopped, or use fresh crabmeat or a combination
of both
1 large red or green bell pepper, small dice
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
1/4 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, finely grated
5 drops Tabasco Sauce (I use more)
Salt and pepper, to taste
parsley for garnish
Lightly brush one side
baguette bread slices with oil, rub with garlic clove; place on baking
sheet and toast in oven at 350° for 7 minutes.
In a small bowl combine
seafood (reserve
a few whole pieces for garnish), bell pepper, mayonnaise, parsley,
chives, lime juice, mustard, cheese and Tabasco sauce; add salt and pepper. Spoon mixture on
toasted bread slices, garnish with parsley,
add the reserved shrimp and serve.
Makes approximately 2 cups
Wine recommendation: Sauvignon Blanc
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