Brown Shrimp

Potted shrimp is a classic British dish that is both delicious and easy to make. It is perfect for a light lunch or as an appetizer for a dinner party. Here is a simple recipe for making potted shrimp for 4 servings.

Ingredients:
- 1 pound of cooked, peeled shrimp
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon of ground mace
- 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped, for garnish

Instructions:
1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
2. Add the shrimp to the saucepan and stir to coat them in the garlic butter.
3. Add the lemon juice, mace, black pepper, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are heated through.
4. Season with salt to taste.
5. Divide the shrimp and butter mixture among 4 ramekins or small dishes.
6. Allow the potted shrimp to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Before serving, garnish the potted shrimp with the chopped parsley.

This simple and delicious potted shrimp recipe is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. Enjoy!