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Would you believe ordinary bread slices can turn into fancy hors d'oeuvre cups? The shrimp adds a touch of class.

Amazing Appetizer Cups

12 thin slices white bread, crusts removed
1 1/3 cups bay shrimp
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/3 cup raisins
1 green onion, sliced
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/8 teaspoon pepper, to taste

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. To make cups; gently press bread slices into twelve, 2 3/4-inch muffin cups. To keep from making holes, press from edges of bread, not center.
3. Bake 10 to 12 minutes until crisp and golden brown. Remove from pan and cool completely.
4. To make filling; in medium bowl mix remaining ingredients well; let stand 15 minutes. Fill toast cups with shrimp mixture, dividing equally.Serve immediately.

Makes 12.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of California Raisin Marketing Board.