Black Pepper Shrimp

3 pounds SeaMazz large (U-15) easy-peel shrimp, thawed
8 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons chopped garlic
4 tablespoons freshly ground pepper
Method

1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Peel, rinse and drain shrimp, then place in a shallow baking pan.
3. In a saucepan,melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Pour the butter mixture over the shrimp and toss to coat. Pepper shrimp until they are well covered.
4. Bake until pink, approximately 5 minutes, turn, bake a few minutes longer, and pepper again. You must use a heavy hand with the pepper.
5. Serve shrimp with pasta or warm bread and salad.

Makes 6 servings.
Tip: This recipe works wonderfully with larger U-8 or U-6 shrimp,where available. Adjust your cooking times accordingly.