Classic Shrimp Cocktail

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Appears in Cook's Country December/January 2013

Boiled shrimp often turn out rubbery and bland. Don’t let that happen to yours.

SERVES 6 to 8

Classic Shrimp Cocktail

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

Shrimp Cocktail is a classic at parties, but it rarely does justice to the festive occasion: The shrimp are overcooked, rubbery, and flavorless, and they’re served with a sugary-sweet cocktail sauce. To ensure perfectly cooked shrimp, we st...

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