Recipe: Garlic Shrimp au Gratin (baked with buttered bread crumbs)

GARLIC SHRIMP AU GRATIN

2 lb. raw shrimp
1 1/2 sticks butter (3/4 cup), divided use
2 cups fine dry bread crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced or pressed Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup dry sherry

Shell and devein shrimp. Toss into boiling water, return to boil and cook for about 2 minutes until shrimp turn all pink. Drain.

In large skillet melt 1 stick butter (1/2 cup) over low heat. Add bread crumbs, parsley, garlic and salt and pepper. Stir a few minutes over low heat. Pour in sherry and cook 1 minute more.

Place alternate layers of shrimp and bread crumb mixture in well-buttered gratin dish, ending with bread crumbs. Dot with remaining butter.

Bake in a 350 degree F oven for 10 to 15 minutes.

Makes 4 servings
From: SueA, CA - 01-12-98