Classic Shrimp Cocktail Recipe: Zesty Horseradish Kick!

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs (680g) large shrimp (21-25 count), peeled and deveined, tail on optional
• 6 cups (1.4L) water
• 2 tbsp (30ml) kosher salt
• 1 lemon, quartered
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp (5ml) black peppercorns
• 1 cup (240ml) ketchup
• 2 tbsp (30ml) prepared horseradish, or to taste
• 2 tbsp (30ml) lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tbsp (15ml) Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) Tabasco sauce (or other hot sauce), or to taste
• 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) black pepper, freshly ground
• Pinch of celery salt (optional)
• Lemon wedges
• Fresh parsley sprigs (optional)