A Simply Extraordinary Holiday Party

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A Simply extraordinary Holiday Party (NAPSA)—For a holiday party with plenty of pizzazz—but not a lot of expense—focus the spotlight on one signature dish as your centerpiece. For example, shrimp can make a big impression, especially when you consider this example of sim- ple, at-home cooking, the gourmet way. In less than 15 minutes, this recipe is ready to serve and wow your guests. Merry Shrimp Martinis Makes: 6 appetizer servings 2 (12-0z) packages SeaPak Shrimp Scampi, frozen 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomato 1 teaspoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon horseradish 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons hot sauce Celery sprigs Garlic Crostini (recipe below) Simply scrumptious shrimp can help make your holiday party a memorable one. tion shrimp into serving dishes. Garnish with celery sprigs and Crostini. Garlic Crostini Reserved scampi butter Bread slices (such as thinly sliced ciabatta bread) Brush reserved scampi but- ter on bread slices. Place on baking sheet and bake for 10 Preheat large skillet 1-2 minutes. Once you have your showpiece shrimp in skillet and saut for with other more-simple dishes that can be picked up from a local minutes on medium-high heat. Preheat oven to 400. Place 7 minutes. Pour off % cup of scampi butter and reserve. Add tomatoes, lemon zest, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauceto skillet. Stir. Bring to a simmer. Por- dish, you can thenfill in the party market or prepared aheadof time, such as a fruit and cheese tray, a simple dip and a dessert platter. You can find more recipes, tips and entertaining ideas online at www.seapak.com.