Shrimp Boil

Shrimp Boil
serves 2 very hungry people

2 bottles amber ale
4 cups chicken stock
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
4-5 black peppercorns (or, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground)
1/4 teaspoon allspice

Bring it all to a boil.  Then, add:

1lb shrimp

Bring it back to a boil.  Then, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for up to 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked thoroughly, but, not overcooked.  If the shrimp have contracted into tight little balls, they’re overcooked.

Serve with crusty, fire-grilled bread (or, garlic bread) and a salad of baby greens.