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Shrimp Melt

three open faced shrimp melts topped with fresh tomato slices and fresh chives on a tray surrounded by potato chips
  • Serves:  4
  • Prep Time:  15 min
  • Cook Time:  10 min

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
  • 3 tablespoons minced celery
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 1 pound cooked shrimp, tails removed and roughly chopped
  • 4 (1-inch-thick) slices artisan bread (we like sourdough)
  • 8 (¼-inch-thick) slices tomato (from about 2 tomatoes)
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons minced chives, for serving, optional
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, for serving, optional

Method

  1. Turn the oven broiler to HIGH.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire, Old Bay, celery, shallot, and capers. Add the shrimp and mix until evenly distributed. 
  3. Place the bread on a sheet pan and broil until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Flip and toast for another 2 minutes. 
  4. Divide the shrimp mixture evenly between the bread. Top each with 2 slices of tomato and ¼ of the cheddar. Return to the oven and broil until the cheese melts and begins to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Serve immediately.