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Shrimp Cocktail

Substitute one pint shrimp for clams, and proceed as for clam cocktail. 30 oysters in the shell Oysters on Half Shell 6 teaspoons grated horseradish 1/4 teaspoon salt cayenne parsley 3 lemons cut in halves 6 teaspoons vinegar 1 tablespoon tomato catsup paprika Open oysters; loosen. Serve in shell on bed of ice, having the small ends of the shell point toward the center of the dish. Wash lemons, cut in halves, remove seeds, and serve one half in the center of each plate. Garnish with parsley. Mix horseradish, salt, vinegar, and tomato catsup, seasoned with paprika and cayenne. Serve in small glass dish and pass to each person.

Clams on Half Shell Follow recipe for oysters on half shell, substituting clams.