Spicy, Garlicky New Orleans Herbed Shrimp Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, large (26-35 count), with shells on because the shells will be needed in this recipe
• 4 medium shallots or 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 3 tablespoons mild olive oil
• 6-8 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
• 1 large bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 lemon, medium sized, seeded, unpeeled and coarsely chopped (preferably a thin-skinned lemon)
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leave
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 1/2 cup parsley, chopped, for garnish
• 4 scallions, chopped, for garnish