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Stuffed Shrimp Bread: A Delicious Treat to Try Today!

Stuffed Shrimp Bread is a delicious and savory dish made with shrimp and a creamy filling baked inside a loaf of French bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup French bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 loaf French bread
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, bread crumbs, cream cheese, mayonnaise, green onions, red bell pepper, garlic, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Slice the French bread in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the soft bread from the center to create a hollow space for the filling.
  4. Spoon the shrimp mixture evenly onto each half of the bread. If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Place the stuffed bread on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through and the bread is golden brown.
  6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 of the stuffed breadCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the shrimp mixture.
  • Substitute crab meat or lobster for the shrimp for a luxurious twist on this stuffed bread.

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