CHEESY GARLIC SHRIMP APPETIZER

Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Appetizer image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 6

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1 lb 20-25 count large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
1/4 to 1/3 cup mayonnaise
Garlic powder (to taste)
Black pepper (freshly ground, to taste)
4 oz Mexican blend shredded cheese
Fresh parsley (finely chopped (optional garnish))

Steps:

Pat dry shrimp with paper towels then butterfly using a sharp paring knife. Cut about halfway into the shrimp along the inside curved center of the shrimp then fan shrimp open and lay it cut-side-up on baking sheet.
Use a butter knife or basting brush to spread 1/4 to 1/2 tsp of mayo onto each shrimp.
Season shrimp with garlic powder and black pepper.
Divide the cheese evenly over the shrimp and bake at 350˚F for 10-12 minutes, depending on size of shrimp. Butterflied shrimp cook quickly and if you overcook shrimp, they will toughen so remove 1 shrimp and test for doneness at 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy!