Herb Stuffed Shrimp

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse shrimp and pat dry.
2. 2
   With a sharp knife, cut along the channel where the vein was removed.
3. 3
   Preheat oven to 400°. Lightly grease 4 individual gratin dishes or a 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
4. 4
   In a small bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, garlic, thyme, parsley, butter, hot pepper sauce and lemon juice until well blended.
5. 5
   Season to taste with salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Open each shrimp so the cut edges spread out slightly (butterfly).
7. 7
   Fill the curve of the shrimp with some stuffing.
8. 8
   Place shrimp, stuffing side up in the prepared dishes. Sprinkle the remaining stuffing over the top.
9. 9
   Bake 15 minutes or until the shrimp is opaque and the stuffing is golden.
10. 10
    Serve immediately.
11. 11
    Makes 4 servings.