Stuffing for Five Pounds Large Shrimp

Stuffing made with peppers and garlic is used with large shrimp in a classic recipe that will satisfy everyone.

Ingredients:

• 18 cloves garlic
• Corn oil
• 1 lb butter
• 4 or 5 diced green peppers
• 3 small(4oz)jars of pimientos
• 3-4 cups plain bread crumbs
• 5 lbs large shrimp

Directions:

THE DAY BEFORE: chop up fine about 18 cloves garlic and marinate them (well covered) in good corn oil. THE NEXT DAY: In a mixing bowl place the following and mix well: 1 lb softened butter, garlic and oil, 4 or 5 diced green peppers, 3 small jars of pimientos, chopped and rinsed well, 3 or 4 cups of very fine plain bread crumbs. This stuffing should be fairly firm and a little sticky. Skin and split (lengthwise on the inside, without cutting through) large raw shrimp (8-10 per pound) and fill well with stuffing. Place on baking tin and bake in 350 degree oven for 15-20 minutes or until flesh is white and firm. The shrimp may be stuffed and refrozen in portions. They can be placed in the oven in their frozen state, in which case allow 25-30 minutes for the cooking.

Number of Servings: 10

Notes from the Cook: This delicious recipe was served for many years at The Westleigh Inn in Litchfield, Connecticut. Enjoy!