Delicious Warm Shrimp Dip Recipe

This Warm Shrimp Dip recipe is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that will impress your guests. Made with succulent shrimp, cream cheese, and a blend of flavorful ingredients, this dip is creamy, cheesy, and delicious. It's perfect for parties, game days, or any occasion where you want to serve something special. The combination of shrimp, cream cheese, and spices creates a heavenly dip that will keep everyone coming back for more. Get ready to indulge in this savory seafood dip that will be the star of your party.

Ingredients

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• Crackers, chips, or bread, for serving

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the shrimp until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, diced onion, minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Once the shrimp have cooled, chop them into bite-sized pieces.
5. Add the chopped shrimp to the cream cheese mixture and gently fold until well incorporated.
6. Transfer the shrimp dip mixture to a greased baking dish.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the dip is bubbly and golden brown on top.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
10. Serve the warm shrimp dip with crackers, chips, or bread slices.
11. Enjoy this creamy and flavorful dip with your family and friends!

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