BROILED SHRIMP CANAPES

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The crisp toast contrasts nicely with the mild-flavored shrimp topping in these savory snacks. Save time by assembling the topping the day before.-Jeff Johnston, Janesville, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 40 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Ingredients

10 slices day-old white bread
1/4 cup butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
1/2 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/3 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

Using a 1-1/2-in. round cookie cutter, cut out four circles from each slice of bread. Place on a baking sheet. Combine butter and thyme; brush over bread circles. Bake at 400° for 5 minutes or until lightly browned., In a small bowl, combine the shrimp, cheese, bread crumbs and mayonnaise (mixture will be dry and crumbly). Place 2 teaspoonfuls on each bread circle; press down gently. Broil 6-8 in. from the heat for 2-3 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.