Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp

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             FOOD FUNNY
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Who remembers the jokes known as Tom Swifties? Here's one from Anna Welander

"Watch out for that slicing machine," said Tom disarmingly.

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             TODAY'S RECIPE
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Sometimes less is more, and this simple but elegant appetizer will
delight your guests over the holidays and leave you time to enjoy their company.

Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp

12 whole large shrimp, shelled and deveined
4 slices bacon, cut into thirds
2 Tbs (30 ml) soy sauce

Wrap the shrimp in the bacon pieces and fasten with toothpicks. Place on
a baking sheet and drizzle the soy sauce over them. Bake in a preheated
350F (180C) oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until the bacon is cooked to the
degree of doneness you prefer.
Makes 12, to serve 4 to 6 as an appetizer.
Received on Thu Aug 14 18:54:04 2008