FINGER-LICKIN'-GOOD SHRIMP

Finger-Lickin'-Good Shrimp image

My husband and I were vacationing in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico when we happened upon a terrific restaurant that served shrimp wrapped in bacon. Though I've changed them slightly, these delicious appetizers are enjoyed by everyone who tries them. -Sandi Solari, Manteca, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

12 uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup orange juice
6 bacon strips, cut in half
1 ounce pepper Jack or cheddar cheese, julienned

Steps:

Cut a small slit on the back of each shrimp, not cutting all the way through. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the salad dressing and orange juice; add shrimp. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until cooked but not crisp. Drain on paper towels., Drain and discard marinade. Place a piece of cheese in the slit of each shrimp. Wrap bacon around shrimp; secure ends with toothpicks. , Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil. Using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat with a drip pan. , Place shrimp over drip pan and grill, covered, over indirect medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.