Shrimp And Crab Crostini - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 French baguettes or 2 Italian bread, cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
extra virgin olive oil
8 ounces seafood, chopped coarsely (crab or shrimp)
1 large red bell pepper, small dice
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
kosher salt
fresh coarse ground black pepper, to taste (optional)
4 -5 drops Tabasco sauce, more if needed (optional)
8 shrimp, cut lengthwise, garnish

Preparation

Toast baguette:
Lightly brush each side of slice with oil.
Place in dry skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook on each side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove from heat and place on paper towel.
Spread:
In a bowl, combine 8 oz of shrimp or crab (or a combination of both), red pepper, chives, lime or lemon juice, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, cheese, & Tabasco (if using) and blend well.
Add kosher salt and black pepper.
Spread mixture on each slice of toasted baguette.
Lay a shrimp that you have cut in 2 lengthwise on each baguette and then add a small parsley leaf and serve.
*Wine recommendation: Sauvignon Blanc.