📝 Ingredients :
1 French baguette, cut into thick slices
1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked
1/2 cup lump crab meat (optional but highly recommended!)
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp chopped parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for kick)
🍽️ How to Make It :
1️⃣ Prep the Bread Base:
Slice your baguette into thick rounds—perfect for loading! Lightly toast each piece in a hot skillet with a drizzle of olive oil for that crispy golden crunch.
2️⃣ Sauté the Garlic Shrimp:
In a skillet, combine melted butter and garlic. Add the shrimp, a pinch of salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until shrimp are tender and juicy, a real easy weeknight win.
3️⃣ Mix the Cheesy Seafood Blend:
In a bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, crab meat, mozzarella, Parmesan, and parsley. This cheesy seafood bomb mix is what makes these bites totally next-level delicious.
4️⃣ Stuff & Stack It Up:
Pile the seafood-cheese mixture generously on each toast slice. The cheesy garlic shrimp magic starts now—this is your ultimate appetizer moment!
5️⃣ Bake Until Melty Perfection:
Place loaded bread slices on a baking sheet and broil for 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is bubbling and slightly golden. Finish with a sprinkle of parsley for that gourmet appetizer vibe.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes | Serving: 4 people
Calories: ~330 per serving | Protein: ~22g per serving