Bacon Wrapped Crab Stuffed Shrimp

3 cans Crown Prince Natural Lump White Crab Meat, drained and rinsed
1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
2 stalks celery, finely diced
1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons Old Bay® Seasoning
salt and black pepper to taste
1 stick unsalted butter
8 ounces soft spreadable herb cheese
2 cups bread crumbs
1 pound 21/25 count peeled and deveined fresh shrimp, uncooked
1 pound sliced bacon, halved

Sauté bell pepper, celery, onions, Old Bay® Seasoning, salt and pepper in butter on high heat for 4 minutes. Place mixture in a bowl with crab meat, cheese and bread crumbs. Mix well and chill for 1 hour or until firm.

Preheat oven to 375°F. Make a slice down the back of each shrimp. Place chilled stuffing into shrimp and wrap with 1/2 slice of bacon. Secure with a toothpick and place in a baking pan. Repeat with remaining shrimp. Bake for about 30 minutes or until brown. Yields 21-25 shrimp. Serves 12.

Per Serving: 409 Calories (276 Calories from Fat), 31g Fat, 16g Protein, 17g Carbohydrate, 92mg Cholesterol, 1350mg Sodium

Old Bay® is a registered trademark of McCormick and Company, Inc.

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