Grilled Shrimp

Succulent shrimp bathed in an olive oil and lemon juice marinade laced with fresh parsley are grilled to perfection in this cookout favorite. Serve these with crusty French bread, a crisp green salad and a fresh fruit tart.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon minced clove garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon liquid hot pepper sauce
2 pounds shrimp, shelled and deveined

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, tomato paste, oregano, garlic, salt, ground black pepper and liquid hot pepper sauce in a large glass dish or bowl; stir well to combine ingredients. Add shrimp; stir to coat. Marinate for 2 hours at room temperature.
2. Heat a grill until coals are white or heat a gas grill.
3. Grill shrimp 3 to 4 inches from heat source for 3 minutes. Turn, cooking the second side for 3 minutes.

Makes 4 servings.

Tip: Use fresh or frozen shrimp; if frozen, defrost in the refrigerator. Devein and remove shells prior to marinating.