2 doz. large fresh shrimp
1/4 c. olive oil
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp. dried crushed red pepper
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. butter, melted
1/2 c. French breadcrumbs (homemade), toasted
1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan cheese

A crusty Parmesan-breadcrumb topping is dusted over these big garlicky shrimp before serving. Grill or toast some French bread for sopping up the aromatic juices.

Peel shrimp; devein, if desired. Arrange in a 11 x 7-inch baking dish; pour oil over shrimp. Combine parsley and next 3 ingredients; sprinkle over shrimp. Cover and bake at 300°F for 15 minutes.

Turn shrimp over; drizzle with butter, and sprinkle with breadcrumbs and cheese.

Bake, uncovered 5 to 10 more minutes.

Yield: 2 servings.