"This recipe can be prepared from start to table in less than 30 minutes, says Gail Prather of Grand Island, "Serve with a big green salad and a loaf of crusty bread for a extra yummy work-night meal."

Firecracker Shrimp

(6) 8-inch wooden skewers (see note)

1/2 cup apricot preserves

1 teaspoon vegetable oil

1 teaspoon soy sauce

1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1 pound (about 24) large shrimp, cleaned and deveined, with tails left on

Preheat the grill to medium heat.

In a medium bowl, combine the apricot preserves, oil, soy sauce and crushed red pepper; mix well. Thread 4 shrimp onto each skewer. Brush with apricot mixture and grill over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Note: If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 20 minutes.

Makes 6 servings.

Gail Prather,
Grand Island