Jumbo Shrimp With Warm Coleslaw

1. 1

   Rinse shrimp; pat dry & set aside.

2. 2

   In large skillet cook bacon over medium heat until crisp.

3. 3

   Transfer bacon to paper towels; reserve drippings.

4. 4

   Return 2 tablespoons drippings to skillet.

5. 5

   Add shrimp to hot drippings; cook and stir over medium heat 4 to 5 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.

6. 6

   Remove from skillet; keep warm.

7. 7

   Add coleslaw mix to hot skillet (add 1 to 2 tablespoons additional bacon drippings if necessary; discard remaining drippings)& cook and stir over medium heat 6 minutes or until coleslaw mixture is wilted and just tender.

8. 8

   Stir in vinegar and chives.

9. 9

   Season to taste with salt, freshly ground black pepper & crushed red pepper flakes (if using.)

10. 10

    Divide coleslaw mixture among 16 plates.

11. 11

    Top each with a shrimp and 1.2 slice bacon.

12. 12

    Makes 16 appetizer servings or 4 entree servings.

13. 13

    *As an entree: Crumble cooked bacon and add it to coleslaw mix with the vinegar and chives.

14. 14

    Divide mixture among 4 plates and top each with 4 shrimp.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.