Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      pound         butter
     1/2  cup           lemon juice
   2      teaspoons     fresh basil -- chopped
   2      teaspoons     cayenne pepper
   2      teaspoons     fresh oregano -- chopped
   5                    garlic cloves -- minced
   1                    bay leaf -- crumbled
     1/2  cup           black pepper -- finely ground
                        salt
   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, stirring 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.