Bacon Wrapped Shrimp With Sage |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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This appetizer has gone over splendidly. The earthiness of the sage balances nicely with the smoky bacon. The shrimp ties it all together. I made 60 for a small gathering this weekend and they were gone instantly. Read more . They'd be great with Fettucine Alfredo! Ingredients:
16 extra large uncooked shrimp, peeled |
8 pieces of bacon, cut down the middle lengthwise |
16 small sage leaves |
Directions:
1. If your shrimp are not already deveined, use a sharp knife to cut down the top side about 3/4 of the way down the length of the shrimp. Remove the dark vein that is visible. You can do this by pulling it out, scraping it out or washing it out.
2. Place a sage leaf in the opening that you've just made.
3. Take a piece of bacon and, starting at the head, wrap it around the shrimp, overlapping the first piece to keep it in place. Continue wrapping until you've reached the end.
4. Tuck the end of the shrimp under one of the previous folds. No need for toothpicks to hold it together.
5. In a saute pan, over medium-high heat, saute the shrimp until the bacon is crispy and dark brown.
6. Remove from the pan, drain on a paper towel.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!
8. They make a pretty presentation on skewers with large sage leaves separating each shrimp (pierce the sage through each end so it bows out).
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