23 Jan Caribbean Shrimp Bruschetta

CARIBBEAN SHRIMP BRUSCHETTA © copyright – all rights reserved

1 pound cooked peeled shrimp, coarsely chopped

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack Cheese (put in freezer to harden before grating)

1 medium ripe mango, peeled and chopped

¼ cup finely chopped red bell pepper

¼ cup finely chopped scallions

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

½ teaspoon freshly ground allspice

1 tablespoon fresh thyme

1 jalapeno pepper, finely minced

½ teaspoon sea salt

French bread, cut into ½” slices

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Mix all ingredients in medium bowl until well-blended.
3. Place sliced French bread on parchment covered baking sheet.  Brush each piece with olive oil.  Bake for 6 to 8 minutes until lightly toasted, turning over once.
4. Spoon shrimp mixture evenly onto toasted bread slices.  Bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

Baking sheet covered with parchment paper              Cutting board

Sharp knife                      Measuring spoons               Measuring cups

Microplane                        Bread knife                       Scissors for cutting herbs

Reamer                             Small bowl                         Large bowl