New Orleans Cheesy Shrimp Dip

 Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 3 medium onions, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 4-6 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 medium tomato, peeled and chopped
• 3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 4 drops hot sauce
• 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
• A dash of black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Paprika for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. Sauté Onion and Garlic:

• In a skillet, sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic in olive oil until they are soft and translucent. Drain excess oil on a paper towel.

2. Prepare Shrimp:

• Coarsely chop the jumbo shrimp and set them aside.

3. Combine Ingredients in Crockpot:

• In a crockpot, place the chopped shrimp along with the sautéed onions and garlic.
• Add the chopped tomato, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to taste.

4. Cook in Crockpot:

• Cover the crockpot and cook the mixture on low heat for about 1 hour, or until the cheese is fully melted and the dip is heated through.

5. Serve:

• Once cooked, sprinkle paprika over the dip for added flavor and visual appeal.
• Serve the cheesy shrimp dip warm with chips or toasted baguette slices.

Enjoy!