Garlicky Shrimp and Spinach Bake Recipe

By awright0511

Ingredients

• A splash of extra virgin olive oil
• 2 heaping cups frozen shelled wild caught shrimp (not farmed, if possible)
• 5 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
• Black pepper
• A splash of golden balsamic vinegar
• 2 cups cooked long grain brown rice
• 1 16-oz bag chopped frozen spinach, thawed, drained
• A handful of organic sweet grape tomatoes, halved
• A pinch of nutmeg and Old Bay Seasoning, to taste
• Sea salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 6 oz. garlic and herb marinated mozzarella, sliced

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

In a large skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat and toss in the shrimp and garlic; stir for a minute or two just to defrost and firm up the little pink gems. Drizzle a little balsamic vinegar in the pan; shake a moment and remove from heat.

In a casserole or baking dish make a layer of brown rice in the bottom of the dish. Scatter all of the chopped spinach over the top. Season the spinach with nutmeg and Old Bay Seasoning; sea salt and pepper. Toss in half of the grape tomatoes.