Shrimp Cocktail Serves 8

2lbs jumbo shrimp, shelled and deviened

4 cloves garlic

3 bay leaves

2tbsp salt

1tbsp coarse black pepper

2 tsp celery seed

1tbsp Old Bay

1tsp thyme leaves

Fill a large pop with water and add all the seasonings.

Bring the water to a boil and let it boil for 5 minutes.

Place the shrimp to the water.

Once the shrimp turns pink and floats to the top it’s cooked.

Remove the shrimp to a strainer and cool.

Arrange on a platter and serve with your favorite cocktail sauce and lemon.