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Cheesy Shrimp Delight

Cheesy Shrimp Delight

Crispy garlic bread meets juicy shrimp and melty Monterey Jack cheese in this epic 40-minute grilled cheese sandwich recipe. Perfect for a special dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 loaf French bread
  • 4 tbsp butter softened
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan grated
  • 1 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Skillet or griddle
  • Cutting board
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, minced garlic, grated Parmesan, and chopped parsley.
  3. Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and spread the garlic butter mixture evenly on each cut side.
  4. Place the bread halves on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. While the bread bakes, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  7. Add the seasoned shrimp to the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  8. Take one half of baked garlic bread, layer the cooked shrimp on it, and top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  9. Place the other half of the bread on top, garlic-butter-side in, and press down gently.
  10. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small pat of butter.
  11. Grill the sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 26gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 195mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use large or jumbo shrimp for better texture. Shred your own cheese for better melting quality. Grill on medium heat for optimal toasting and cheese melt.
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