Baked Shrimp Toast (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 small french baguette cut in 1/2 inch thick slices.
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil.
03 - 1 lb shrimp peeled deveined and minced.
04 - ½ small onion finely chopped.
05 - 1 stalk celery finely chopped.
06 - 3 cloves garlic minced.
07 - ¼-½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning.
08 - ¼ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper.
09 - 4 ounces cream cheese cut in small cubes.
10 - ¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese.
11 - ¼ cup shaved Fontina cheese.
12 - Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper.
13 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper.
14 - 1 green onion thinly sliced.

# Instructions:

01 - Set broiler to low. Put bread slices on a baking sheet and broil each side until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per side.
02 - Heat oil in a pan, cook shrimp with onion and celery for 1 minute. Add garlic and seasonings, cook another minute.
03 - Turn heat low, add all cheeses and stir until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
04 - Spread shrimp mix on toasted bread, sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
05 - Bake at 400°F for 10 minutes until bubbly.
06 - Top with sliced green onions and serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - Watch bread closely under broiler to prevent burning.
02 - Use wild-caught shrimp when possible.
03 - Have all ingredients ready before starting.
04 - Can shave cheeses using a vegetable peeler.

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