Cocktail Shrimp

Directions

1. 1
   Bring reserved shells, 3 cups water and salt to boil in 4-quart saucepan over medium-high heat; reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until fragrant, about 20 minutes.
2. 2
   Strain stock through sieve, pressing on shells to estract all liquid.
3. 3
   Bring stock and remaining ingredients except shrimp to boil over high heat.
4. 4
   Boil for 2 minutes then turn off heat.
5. 5
   Stir in shrimp; cover and let stand until firm and pink, 8 to 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Meanwhile, prepare large container with ice water.
7. 7
   After shrimp is done, drain shrimp, reserving stock for another use.
8. 8
   Then plunge shrimp into ice water to stop cooking, then drain again.
9. 9
   Serve shrimp chilled with cocktail sauce.