Shrimp With Oil And Lemon(Antipasto)

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   Put celery, carrot, vinegar and salt in saucepan with 2 to 3 quarts of water.

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   Bring to rapid boil.

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   Add the unpeeled shrimp. If small shrimp are used (not over 1/2-inch diameter) they will be cooked shortly after the water returns to a boil.

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   Medium shrimp cook in 2 to 3 minutes.

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   When cooked, drain shrimp.

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   Peel and devein.

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   Put them in a shallow bowl and add the oil, lemon juice, salt to taste and pepper (optional) while shrimp are still warm. Mix well and steep in the seasonings at room temperature for 1 to 1 1/2 hours before serving.

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   Serve with crusty French bread or Italian bread.

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   Yields 6 servings.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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