Looking for a delicious starter? Try these toasted french bread bites topped with shrimp in a rich creamy cheese sauce that is seasoned with a hint of Cajun spice, baked until lightly browned and bubbly.
Shrimp Crostini
Makes 12
1 small french baquette cut in 1/2 inch thick slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb shrimp peeled, deveined and minced
1/2 small onion finely chopped
1 stalk celery finely chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1/4–1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
4 ounces cream cheese cut in small cubes
1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup shaved Fontina cheese
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- Turn broiler on low. Put bread slices on baking sheet in single layer. Place under the broiler for 3-4 minutes or until lightly browned. Keep a close eye on them. Turn slices over and put back under the broiler to lightly brown the other side.
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp, onion and celery. Cook for 1 minute (just to combine) stirring frequently. (Shrimp will continue to cook in the oven). Add the garlic and sprinkle the skillet with the Cajun seasoning and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute stirring constantly. Remove from stove and add cream cheese, Parmesan and Fontina. Stir until the cheese is blended and almost fully melted.
- Top the toasted baguette slices evenly with the shrimp mixture. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper (optional) and place in 400 degree oven for 10 minutes or until lightly browned and bubbly. Serve immediately.
