5-Layer Seafood Appetizer

BeachGirl's Note:

This makes a pretty presentation at a cocktail party, and everyone loves it. Definitely best if made with fresh shrimp or crab. For overnight ballgame trips, I often take each layer prepared in separate bags or plastic containers, and assemble the morning before the football games.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 12

BOTTOM LAYER

• 8 ounces fat free cream cheese
• 2 teaspoons horseradish
• ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 4 teaspoons light mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice

SECOND LAYER

• 12 ounces Heinz Chili Sauce

THIRD LAYER

• 1 bunch green onion
• 2⁄3; cup cucumber , seeds removed,peeled and chopped

FOURTH LAYER

• ¾ lb shrimp (peeled, cooked and coarsely chopped) or ¾ lb lump backfin crab meat

FIFTH LAYER

• 1 ounce shredded sharp cheddar cheese (1/4 cup)
• ¼ cup canned sliced jalapeno pepper (optional)

Directions:

1. Boil shrimp just until pink.
2. Drain and set aside.
3. Bottom Layer- Mix all ingredients and spread in shallow serving dish.
4. I use a round one with a flat bottom and shallow sides.
5. Second layer- Spread chili sauce over bottom layer.
6. Third Layer- Press cucumber between paper towels to remove all excess moisture.
7. Sprinkle cucumbers and onions over Chili sauce layer.
8. Fourth layer- sprinkle shrimp over veggies.
9. Finally, sprinkle cheese and jalapeno peppers on top.
10. Cover with plastic wrap and chill.
11. Serve with crackers and a spreading knife.

Reviews

[IslandGirl]

Loved it! Everyone raved about it and it was gone too fast. I did put the peppers on top as I didn't have any and it was still soooo good.

[CIndytc]

Took this to our euchre party and it was a big hit...I used shrimp and crab and was very surprised how yummy and easy this dip is....

[LorenLou]

This one's a keeper - a definite hit with everyone. I did as recommended, keeping the layers in separate containers until time to assemble - delish!