Crimped Shrimp

Apparently crimping" is a food preparation term...who knew? i got this from a "best american recipes" cookbook. Enjoy!"!

Bring everything but shrimp to a boil in a large saucepan or dutch oven , covered.

Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

Add the shrimp , cover again , and simmer for 1 minute.

Remove from heat and steep , covered , for 4 minutes.

Remove shrimp and chill well.

Serve with cocktail sauce.

water, white wine, rice vinegar, carrot, onion, celery rib, salt, dried thyme, bay leaves, peppercorns, jumbo shrimp, seafood cocktail sauce