Staff Favorite: Greek-Spiced Baked Shrimp


Updated 10/24/11 10:22 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Greek-Spiced Baked Shrimp Recipe

It's hard to believe that we've come this far and never gotten around to sharing one of our very favorite fast and easy dinners. If you enjoy seafood and tomatoes, then brace yourself, because once you make this Greek shrimp recipe, your life might just change forever. This dinner in under 60 has been the darling of just about everyone in our office, and for good reason. Inflecting the tomato Read more

Fast and Easy Dinner: Baked Herbed Shrimp


Updated 09/14/11 11:40 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Easy Baked Shrimp Recipe

Baked shrimp is a great weeknight dinner because it can be prepped in advance, and the quick cook time ensures no one will have a rumbling belly. For my version, I combined lemon-flavored olive oil with a bunch of herbs, including tarragon, lemon thyme, and chives. However, the simplicity of this dish allows you to use whatever herbs you have on hand: oregano, rosemary, basil, anything would be Read more

Killer App: Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp and Nectarines


Updated 09/06/11 3:56 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Bacon-Wrapped Shrimp and Nectarines

Summertime and the barbecuing is easy with this bacon-wrapped shrimp and nectarine appetizer. These bite-size treats are perfect for a hot night party. I used nectarines, but for a more tropical twist, opt for mango or pineapple. Or if you want a little heat, try adding a slice of jalapeño. The sweetness of the fruit is a great contrast with the salty bacon and juicy shrimp. Get the grill hot Read more

Fast & Easy Dinner: Lemon Butter Shrimp


Updated 07/20/11 11:14 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Lemon Butter Shrimp Recipe

After a long day, I'm always on the lookout for a speedy and tasty dinner. Shrimp baked with butter and lemon is simple — and scrumptious, too. Lemon and butter topped on just about any seafood tends to be heavenly, and these little pink shrimp soak it up just the same. If you want to enhance the flavor even more, try adding a little more heat with a spicy pepper or hot sauce. Want to avoid Read more

Break Out the Barbie For These Amazing Shrimp


Updated 07/14/11 11:21 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Easy Grilled Shrimp Recipe

Shrimp fans rejoice! This peel-and-eat shrimp recipe is a revelation. It's everything you could want in a shrimp dish; it's quick, easy, and downright delicious. You'll be licking your fingers as you pop plump succulent shrimp after juicy flavorful shrimp in your mouth. This recipe proves that sometimes the simplest of preparations are the most delicious. There's no exotic ingredients or special Read more

Take a Trip to Coastal Spain With Shellfish Paella


Updated 06/10/11 10:54 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Easy Paella Recipe

If you've never made paella, the traditional Spanish rice dish with origins in Valencia, I highly recommend you give it a try this weekend! This uncomplicated recipe is easy to follow and has awesome results. The paella is filling, flavorful, and delicious. It's packed with chorizo and shellfish, so it has a wonderful surf-and-turf quality. Although the recipe has you cook the paella on the Read more

What's Your Favorite Shellfish?


Updated 05/16/11 2:23 PM · Posted by · 13 comments

Most Popular Shellfish in America

Yay for seafood! Pacific salmon season's just started, and incidentally, the rising temperatures are also ideal for that warm-weather selection from the sea that I like to call shore food. In light of the lobster rolls and crab cakes that we'll soon be enjoying, I'd like to ask: what's your favorite kind of shellfish? What's Your Favorite Shellfish? Crab Clams Shrimp Read more

Mediterranean Shrimp Salad and Fresh Strawberry Pie — A Spring Feast!


Updated 04/15/11 3:15 AM · Posted by Yum Community · 0 comments

Picture of Shrimp Salad and Strawberry Pie

We always try to promote seasonal cooking, so it's exciting to see when you do the same! RetroinAL uploaded these delicious-looking photos of a recent Spring meal in the community. Arugula and strawberries are both in season at the moment, so why not make tasty and healthy dishes that capitalize on their abundance? And not to forget dessert... For the recipes, be sure to check out her blog. Read more

These Spicy Shrimp Are Finger-Licking Good!


Updated 04/12/11 7:05 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Spicy Moroccan Shrimp Recipe

What is it about shrimp that's so delectable? Could it be their pretty pink color? Succulent plumpness? Extreme versatility? Fast cook time? Whatever it is, they are a crowd-pleasing item that's a regular on my dinner party menus. For a recent shindig, I served these spicy, finger-licking-good, Moroccan-inspired shrimp. It's a quick and easy recipe that results in a delicious appetizer. Measure Read more