These cute little appetizers, which bear a strong resemblance to baby buntings, are simple and fast to prepare. Homemade pesto can be used in place of the commercial pesto if desired. Simply blend 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese together to make a small batch of a simple pesto.

Ingredients

12 - slices white bread
1/2 - cup softened butter
3 - tablespoons pesto sauce
3 cloves - crushed garlic
2 teaspoons - grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon - salt
1/2 teaspoon - freshly ground black pepper
24 - cooked, peeled, and deveined jumbo shrimp, cut in half

Instructions

Remove the crusts from the bread and discard or save for another use. Roll each slice of bread as flat as possible without tearing with a heavy rolling pin. Beat the softened butter in a small bowl until soft and creamy. Add the pesto and mix to form a smooth paste. Add the garlic, lemon peel, salt, and pepper and mix well. Evenly spread the butter mixture on both sides of the bread. Cut each bread slice into 4 triangles. Place a shrimp on each buttered triangle. Fold two of the triangle points over across the middle of the shrimp and overlap the edges. Secure with a toothpick. Place on a broiling pan and broil until the shrimp is hot and the bread golden brown. Remove the toothpicks if desired and serve hot.
Low Fat Variation : Margarine or low fat margarine can be used in place of the butter.

Preparation Time

Preparation Time : 12 minutes
Cooking Time : 3 minutes
Chilling Time : None
Total Time : 15 minutes

Number of Servings

Makes 48 bundles

Tips

The dish can be made ahead of time up to the point where you broil the bundles. Cover and refrigerate the wrapped shrimp for up to 12 hours. Bring to room temperature then broil as directed