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Shrimp: Shrimp Amaretto

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List of Ingredients



• 12 large shrimp, unpeeled
  
• 3 Tbsp butter
  
• 1/2 cup brandy
  
• 1/4 cup white wine
  
• 1/4 cup orange juice
  
• 1/3 cup amaretto (almond-flavored liqueur)
  
• 1/4 cup whipping cream
  
• 1/2 tsp orange zest
  






Instructions



1. Preheat oven to 225° F.
   
   
2. Rinse shrimp in cool water. Use a sharp knife to split the shells down the back and remove the vein. Leave shells and tails on. Heat the butter in a medium skillet and sauté the shrimp for about 3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink. Transfer shrimp to a plate and set in a warm oven.
   
   
3. Pour out any excess butter from the pan. Add brandy to the pan and flame. (I use a butane torch.) Be careful; it really flares -- and looks pretty dramatic if you're cooking for guests. When the flame goes out, add the white wine and orange juice, and reduce by half, until syrupy. Add the amaretto, cream, and orange zest. Simmer for 3 or 4 minutes, until it reduces. Do not allow to boil. Pour sauce over shrimp and serve.
   
   Makes 4 appetizer servings
   or 2 main-dish servings.
   
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   NOTE
   
   If you are going to double this recipe, use 2 pans. It will not turn out well in a single pan.