Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail

1. 1

   Arrange shrimp in single layer in rectangular glass or plastic dish.

2. 2

   Heat tomato juice, vodka if using and pepper sauce to boiling in 1 quart saucepan over medium high heat.

3. 3

   Stir in sugar; reduce heat.

4. 4

   Simmer uncovered 5 minutes, stirring occasionally,.

5. 5

   Stir in celery salt and parsley; pour over shrimp.

6. 6

   Cover and refrigerate 2 to 3 hours.

7. 7

   (no longer than 3 hours or the shrimp will become tough.) Mix cocktail sauce and olives; pour into small serving bowl.

8. 8

   Remove shrimp from marinade with slotted spoon; arrange on serving platter.

9. 9

   Serve shrimp with sauce and toothpicks.

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    A pretty way to serve: Place shrimp in an oversized martini glass, 12 to 14 inches in diameter.

11. 11

    Pour cocktail sauce mixture over shrimp, and garnish like a bloody Mary with a skewer of colossal olives, small lime wedges and a celery stick.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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