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Acadian Peppered Shrimp

Course : Shrimp
Serves: 4

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Ingredients:

1 pound butter

2 teaspoons fresh basil -- chopped

2 teaspoons fresh oregano -- chopped

1 piece bay leaf -- crumbled

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup lemon juice

2 teaspoons cayenne pepper

5 cloves garlic -- minced

1/2 cup black pepper -- finely ground

4 pounds large raw shrimp in shells

Preparation / Directions:

1. Melt the Butter in a large deep-sided frying pan or iron skillet over low heat. 2. When melted, raise the heat, and add the remaining ingredients except the shrimp. 3. Cook, stirring often, until browned to a rich mahogany color, about 10 minutes. 4. Add the shrimp, stirring and turning to coat well with the seasoned butter. 5. Cook until the shrimp have turned a rich deep pink, about 10 minutes. 6. Serve the shrimp in their shells, peeling them at the table.

Acadian Peppered Shrimp

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