Shrimp With Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Peel the shrimp, setting aside the shells.
2. 2
   Place the shrimp in a bowl of cold, well-salted water.
3. 3
   Refrigerate.
4. 4
   Put the shells in a saucepan with the chicken stock and 1 cup of water and simmer for 20 minutes.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, combine the sun-dried tomato puree, tomato and butter in a blender.
6. 6
   Puree until smooth.
7. 7
   Place in a small bowl and refrigerate.
8. 8
   Strain the stock (discarding the shrimp shells) and combine with the tomato sauce in a small saucepan.
9. 9
   Simmer gently until thickened and reduce to 1 cup.
10. 10
    Season to taste with salt and pepper.
11. 11
    Heat the oil in a heavy skillet.
12. 12
    Drain the shrimp and pat them dry with paper towels.
13. 13
    Season to taste with salt and pepper.
14. 14
    Roast over high heat until barely cooked.
15. 15
    Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
16. 16
    Place a few spoonfuls of sauce in the center of two heated plates.
17. 17
    Arrange the shrimp in a spokelike fashion around the sauce.
18. 18
    Top with tarragon, chervil or parsley and serve.