Bacon Hugged Shrimp With Basil-Garlic Stuffing

• 1 lb large shrimp
• 13 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1 12 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 16 pieces bacon, thinly sliced
• 12 cup apricot marmalade
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

1. Preheat oven to 400F.
2. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on.
3. Butterfly shrimp by cutting a slit along the back and gently pressing open.
4. Combine basil, parmesan, and garlic in a small bowl.
5. Place basil mixture evenly in shrimp openings; pressing shrimp closed.
6. Cook bacon over medium heat until partially cooked.
7. Drain on paper towels.
8. Wrap each shrimp with 1 slice bacon, and place on greased baking sheet.
9. Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl and microwave for 60 seconds.
10. Brush sauce over shrimp, and bake 8 to 9 minutes.

shrimp, fresh basil, parmesan cheese, garlic, bacon, apricot marmalade, balsamic vinaigrette, black pepper

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/bacon-hugged-shrimp-with-basil-garlic-stuffing-341425 (may not work)