Apricot-Basil Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Ingredients

• 4 (8-inch) wooden skewers
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ cup apricot jam
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil plus additional for garnish (optional)
• 1 ½ tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• ¼ teaspoons salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 ¼ pounds raw 16-20 count peeled deveined shrimp, thawed if necessary