Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers (servings 4)

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (20-25 or 16-20) shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 1/2 cup jerk marinade

• 2 slices pineapple, cut into 1/2 inch pieces

(If you want to make your own jerk marinade:)

• 1 jalapeno pepper

• 2 cloves garlic

• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated

• 2 green onions

• 1 tablespoon thyme, chopped

• 1 tablespoon allspice

• 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg

• 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1 teaspoon pepper

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar

• 1 tablespoon oil

• 2 tablespoons white vinegar

• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

• 1 tablespoon dark rum

• 1/2 orange, juice and zest

• 1 lime, juice and zest

Directions for Marinade: Puree everything in a food processor.

Directions for Shrimp: Marinate the shrimp in the half of the jerk marinade for at least 20 minutes and up to over night, skewer the shrimp and pineapple and grill over medium-high heat until cooked, about 2-3 minutes per side.