ITALIAN BROILED SHRIMP 
2 lbs. jumbo shrimp
1/4 c. olive oil
1/2 c. butter
1 c. drawn butter sauce
2 tbsp. finely chopped garlic
4 tbsp. finely chopped parsley
1/4 c. flour

Wash and shell shrimp, leaving tails on. Remove veins. Wash again in cold water. Dry. Dust with flour. Put olive oil and butter in flat baking dish and heat under low broiler until butter is melted. Place shrimp in baking dish and broil under low heat for 8 minutes. Add garlic and parsley to drawn butter sauce. Pour over broiled shrimp and stir until all shrimp are coated. Return to broiler and broil under high heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately. Serves 4 to 6.

Drawn Butter Sauce: Melt 2 tablespoons butter; add 2 tablespoons flour, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1 cup hot water. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and cook for 5 minutes. Add another 2 tablespoons of butter and stir until melted.

 

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