cajun-shrimp-toast

INGREDIENTS:

• 8 ounces medium shrimp, peeled, deveined

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

• 1/3 cup mayonnaise

• 1/4 cup sour cream

• 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

• 1 French baguette, ends trimmed and cut into 1/3-inch slices

• 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.

Place shrimp in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Add olive oil and garlic; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Gently toss to combine. Place into oven and roast just until pink, firm and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Let cool before dicing into bite-size pieces.

In a large bowl, combine shrimp, mayonnaise, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, onion powder, thyme and oregano; season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Place baguette slices in a single layer onto the baking sheet. Top with shrimp mixture; sprinkle with cajun seasoning. Place into oven and bake for 6-8 minutes, or until cheeses have melted.

Serve immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired.