Shrimp monterey is a special occasion or when company’s coming, the Shrimp monterey delicious seafood dish makes a lasting impression. You’ll be surprised at how fast you can prepare it. A mild, fresh-tasting sauce and the Monterey Jack cheese nicely complement the shrimp, I serve it over pasta or rice. From Jane Birch of Edison New Jersey.

Ingredients

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons butter

2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled

and deveined

1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth

2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack

cheese

2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Method

In a skillet over medium heat, saute garlic in butter for 1 minute. 

Add shrimp; cook for 4-5 minutes or until pink. Using a slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to a greased 11-in. x 7-in. x 2-in. baking dish; set aside and keep warm.

Add wine or broth to the skillet; bring to a boil.

Cook and stir for 5 minutes or until sauce is reduced. Pour over shrimp; top with cheese and parsley. 

Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Yield: 6 servings.