SUCCULENT GARLIC SHRIMP

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This is a favourite with friends and family and I usually have to make much more than a single recipe calls for. Wonderful for that 'something special' needed for the holidays.

Provided by evelynathens

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 lbs uncooked jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined or 2 lbs frozen shrimp, thawed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 -5 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 1/2 cups Ritz cracker crumbs (or similar)
1 teaspoon crushed dried basil leaves
1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
1/2 cup melted butter
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine salt, pepper, lemon juice, garlic, and mayonnaise; stir until well blended; place shrimp in a large resealable plastic bag, pour marinade over shrimp and close bag; marinate in the refrigerate several hours or overnight; remove from refrigerator; drain, reserving marinade in a bowl.
Preheat oven to 400F; in a medium bowl, combine bread crumbs, basil, and dill; coat each shrimp with crumbs and place in a single layer in a large shallow baking dish.
To remaining marinade, add butter and olive oil; pour over shrimp.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until opaque in center (cut to test); remove from oven; serve with plenty of crusty bread for the sauce.

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