Scampi Spiedini

Ingredients (makes 12 servings):

  • 1/4 cup Monini Basil-Flavored Extra Virgin olive oil
  • Grated peel and juice of 1 large lemon,
    plus second lemon cut into 12 thin wedges
  • 6 cloves garlic, roasted
  • 12 large shrimp, shelled and deveined,
    tails left intact, about 12 ounces
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, plus whole leaves for garnish, optional
Preparation

One hour before serving, soak 12, 8-inch wooden skewers in cold water. Just before serving, heat broiler.

In medium-size bowl using fork or wire whisk, beat together oil, lemon peel, lemon juice, and roasted garlic. Remove 2 tablespoons marinade to small bowl; set aside. Place shrimp in medium-size bowl, tossing in marinade to coat.

On each skewer, thread lemon wedge and shrimp. Broil, 5 inches from heat source, 3 to 4 minutes, turning once. Brush with reserved marinade; place on serving platter and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Garnish with whole parsley leaves, if desired.
   
   
 

 
 


 
 
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