What You Need:

16 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined

8 strips of bacon cut in half lengthwise

1/4 C butter style shortening, melted

1 T Parmesan cheese, grated

1 garlic clove, minced fine

1 t lemon juice

How to Cook It:

Turn on the broiler and allow it to heat while preparing the shrimp.

Wrap one slice of bacon around each piece of shrimp and secure it with a wooden toothpick.

Place the melted shortening in a mixing bowl.

Stir in the Parmesan cheese until blended.

Add the garlic and lemon juice and whisk until completely combined.

Brush each shrimp thoroughly with the sauce.

Place in a single layer on a broiler pan.

Broil 6 minutes, turn and continue broiling 5 minutes or until the bacon is crisp.

Serving Size:  4

These little wonders make great appetizers before a special meal, or can be used as the main course.  1/4 t salt and 1/4 t of pepper can be added to the sauce if you wish for more flavor.