Shrimp with Zucchini Fritters and Grape-Leaf Spread

Name: Shrimp with Zucchini Fritters and Grape-Leaf Spread
Yield: Makes 12 Servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces cream cheese; 4 grape leaves in brine from jar, drained; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup all purpose flour; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 3/4 cups coarsely grated zucchini (about 1 medium); 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives; 3 tablespoons (about) extra-virgin olive oil; 12 cooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined; Additional fresh lemon juice; Grated lemon peel

By Susanna HoffmanPhotographer Gary Moss

May 31, 2006

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