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Mary's Christmas Shrimp Tree

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"Quick, easy, and impressive! Cooked shrimp and other colorful munchies are displayed on a Christmas tree created with beet greens wrapped around a cone shape. Vary the size of the cone and type/amount of veggies to personalize this for your party needs. Using purchased sauces for dipping makes this even easier. Display on a colorful Christmas plate and watch the snackers un-decorate!" — SHOGIRL

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1 bunch beet greens
1 slice process American cheese
1 pound cooked medium shrimp with tails intact
1 (14.25 ounce) can baby corn, drained

1 (6 ounce) can whole black olives, drained
1 (5 ounce) jar pimiento-stuffed green olives, drained
1 (4 ounce) can jalapeno pepper slices

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Directions

Wrap a 9 inch tall Styrofoam cone with aluminum foil, covering completely. Use toothpicks to attach beet greens, with the undersides facing outward, to the cone. Cut off the exposed pieces of toothpick with strong scissors. Place the slice of cheese on a dry serving plate. Set the cone onto the cheese to anchor.
Use frilly toothpicks to attach shrimp, baby corn, black olives, green olives and jalapeno slices to the cone to look like decorations. Scatter any leftover vegetables around the base of the tree. Serve with your choice of colorful purchased dipping sauces, like cocktail sauce, remoulade sauce, or guacamole.

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PREP 45 mins
READY IN 45 mins

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Dec 12, 2007

This is a wonderful recipe and a crowd pleaser. Everyone commented on how festive it was. I only subed one item, parsley for the beet leaves, it made the tree look a little more real and festive. I also did one using fruits and a cream cheese dip. Thanks for the great recipe.

—big cowboy

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Jan 08, 2010

This was really fun to do! I even added a styrofoam star at the top of the tree! My family really enjoyed it and it makes a nice centerpiece on the table.

—CONGALADY

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7 Ratings

Jan 12, 2011

I loved this! People were afraid to eat it though, but my tree turned out exactly like this one! I added hummus dips at the bottom, and cocktail sauce as well. Don't forget the star on top!

—Sara Shots

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Dec 22, 2011

I HAVE DONE THIS MYSELF IN THE PAST AND LOVE THE IDEA!!!!!!! EVERYONE ENOYS IT AND APPRECIATES IT. GIVES A VERY FESTIVE FEELING TO THE AFFAIR!

—suzanne

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Nov 21, 2011

Cheese as glue! Fantastic!!

—janzyellie

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Dec 17, 2012

This was very impressive and easy to create! What a conversation piece! Will make this many more times!

—Karen Skipper

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Nutrition

Calories
128 kcal
6%

Carbohydrates
4.3 g
1%

Cholesterol
114 mg
38%

Fat
6.4 g
10%

Fiber
5 g
20%

Protein
13.3 g
27%

Sodium
1048 mg
42%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Mary's Christmas Shrimp Tree

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 128
Calories from Fat: 57

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.4g 10 %
Saturated Fat 1.4g 7 %
Cholesterol 114mg 38 %
Sodium 1048mg 42 %
** Potassium 184mg 5 %
Total Carbohydrates 4.3g 1 %
Dietary Fiber 5g 20 %
Protein 13.3g 27 %
Sugars 2.2g
** Vitamin A 16 %
** Vitamin C 7 %
** Calcium 10 %
** Iron 31 %
** Thiamin 3 %
** Niacin 35 %
** Vitamin B6 7 %
** Magnesium 11 %
** Folate 3 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.