Caribbean Shrimp Bruschetta

Shrimp cocktail goes Caribbean when paired with allspice and mangoes.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound cooked peeled shrimp, coarsely chopped
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 mango, peeled and chopped (1 cup)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup sliced green onion
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 loaf French bread, cut into 32 (1/2-inch) slices
• Olive oil

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Mix shrimp, cheese, mango, bell pepper, green onion, lime juice, allspice, thyme, red pepper and salt in large bowl until well blended.
2. Place bread slices on foil-lined baking sheet. Brush lightly with olive oil. Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until lightly toasted, turning once.
3. Spoon shrimp mixture evenly onto bread slices. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.