Shrimp Acadian

• butter↗1 1⁄2 cups
• garlic cloves↗3

  minced

• bay leaves↗2

  crushed

• dried rosemary↗2 teaspoons
• dried basil↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• dried oregano↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• cayenne pepper↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• ground nutmeg↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• paprika↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• fresh ground black pepper↗5 tablespoons
• fresh lemon juice↗2 tablespoons
• large shrimp, tails intact↗3 lbs

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet, melt the butter over low heat; stir in all the ingredients except the shrimp and cook for about 20 minutes.

2. 2

   Increase the heat to medium and stir in the shrimp and cook until opaque, about 8 to 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Serve with French bread.