Gulf Coast Kitchen

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Buttery Tarragon Shrimp

Move over BBQ shrimp! This new kid on the block just might steal your crown with its buttery goodness and savory hint of tarragon.

INGREDIENTS

1 pound shrimp tails - peeled and deveined 2 cloves garlic - minced 1 Tbs fresh parsley - finely chopped 1/2 shallot - medium size, minced 2 sticks butter - softened 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1 tsp fresh tarragon - finely chopped Salt and black pepper to taste

PREPARATION

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Mix together garlic, parsley, shallots. Add breadcrumbs, and tarragon. Place a stick of butter in each of two large ramekin dishes and melt in microwave oven. Arrange shrimp in melted butter and stir lightly to coat evenly. Cover with breadcrumb mixture and bake about 25 minutes. Baking time can vary depending on size of shrimp. Great as an appetizer or as a compliment to steak or seafood dinner.