Shrimp Conga: Florida Seafood and Aquaculture

Shrimp Conga

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Ingredients

1	pound large Florida shrimp, peeled and deveined
1	ounce bleu cheese
1/4	cup butter, softened
2	tablespoons lime juice
1/2	teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4	teaspoon salt
1/4	teaspoon pepper
1/8	teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1	tablespoon parsley, chopped
	paprika

Preparation

Butterfly shrimp by cutting lengthwise along the back -- don't cut all the way through. Spreading shrimp open to look like a butterfly. Place shrimp on a well greased baking sheet with cut side up. Combine remaining ingredients except Florida parsley and paprika. Blend well. Stir in Florida parsley. Place approximately 1 teaspoon of cheese mixture on top of each Florida shrimp. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake in a preheated 325 degree F oven for 7 to 10 minutes or until shrimp are no longer translucent in the center.

Yield
Approximately 30 hors d'oeuvres

Look for "Fresh from Florida" ingredients at your local store.