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Crunchy Cheesy Shrimp     Print this Recipe

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PERFORMANCE RATING: 5/6

Mmmm, Mmmm Good! The cheese puff basil and paprika coating livens up the flavors and texture of shrimp. Kids love cheese puffs so odds are they will love whatever you coat with them.

A 5/6 Performance Rating offers the mix of naturally sourced antioxidant filled colors and food group nutrients to assure your family is well fed. This recipe is easy to prepare for a time-stressed mom or dad. Try it!

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Preheat

Peheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit

Equipment

Baking dish, blender, measuring cups/spoons, 1 small and one medium bowl.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

6-8 minutes

Number of Servings

4-6, depending on ages

Instructions

  1. 1 bag frozen shrimp

    Thaw shrimp. Peel and devein if not already done. Rinse well. Pat dry and set aside.
  2. 2 cups cheese puffs, Barbara's Bakery

    Place in blender to make crumbs and put into medium bowl.
  3. 1Tbsp. basil flakes

  4. 2 tsp. paprika

    Stir into cheese puff crumbs in bowl.
  5. 1 large egg, cage-free

  6. 1 Tbsp. water

    Whisk together in small bowl. Dip shrimp into egg mixture, then into the crumbs until coated. Place on non-stick baking dish and bake for about 6 minutes until shrimp is pink on the inside and and crispy on the outside. Serve!

Options

Use this coating for chicken, turkey, fish and even vegetables to bring variety to your table.  Add some cayenne for an extra spicy kick!

Grocery List

  • 1 bag frozen shrimp-preferably cleaned and deveined
  • 2 cups cheese puffs, Barbara's Bakery
  • Eggs
  • Basil
  • Paprika

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