Acadian Peppered Shrimp

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Course : Shrimp
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4
 

Ingredients:

1 pound butter
2 teaspoons fresh basil -- chopped
2 teaspoons fresh oregano -- chopped
1 piece bay leaf -- crumbled
1/2 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:

The shrimp should be of a size to number 30-35 per pound. Melt the Butter in a large deep-sided frying pan or iron skillet over low heat. When melted, raise the heat, and add the remaining ingredients except the shrimp. Cook, stirring often, until browned to a rich mahogany color, about 10 minutes. Add the shrimp, stir- ring and turning to coat well with the seasoned Butter. Cook until the shrimp have turned a rich deep pink, about 10 minutes.Serve the shrimp in their shells, peeling them at the table.