Steamed Shrimp and Cocktail Sauce

Whenever I think of summer, I think of seafood. And as long as I don't think about peeling them, I love shrimp. The steamed shrimp recipe is a trusty recipe by Old Bay, and I couldn't get through the summer without it.

Old Bay Steamed Shrimp

From http://www.oldbay.com/Recipes/Shrimp/Appetizers/OLD-BAY-Steamed-Shrimp-with-Cocktail-Sauce

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup cider vinegar or beer1/2 cup water2 tablespoons OLD BAY® Seasoning1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, leaving tails on1 cup OLD BAY® Cocktail Sauce

DIRECTIONS

In a medium saucepan, mix vinegar, water and OLD BAY. Bring to boil on medium heat. Gently stir in shrimp, then cover.

Steam 2 to 3 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Drain well.

Serve immediately or refrigerate until hungry guests arrive. Best served with punchy cocktail sauce and lively conversation.

Homemade Cocktail Sauce

Ketchup

Horseradish (not prepared)

1. Mix ketchup with desired amount of Horseradish