Ingredients

1-1/2 lbs. shrimp (fresh or frozen)

Water to boil shirmp

1 cup Mayonnaise

2 T Ketchup

2 T Cognac

1/2 lemon (juice only)

Preparation

Place shrimp in boiling water until pink (approximately 3 minutes). Drain, cover well and refrigerate.

Mix together all ingredients for Cognac sauce and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until ready to serve.

Arrange shrimp on a platter and guarnish with lemon slices and parsley (for color). Place dip in a small serving bowl. You are now ready to serve this elegant and easy hors d’oeuvre.

*You may also serve this as an appetizer by placing shrimp on individual plates and spooning the cognac sauce over them.