DELTA SHRIMP

2 qt. water
1/2 large lemon, sliced
2 1/2 lb. unpeeled large fresh shrimp
1 C. vegetable oil
2 T. hot sauce
1 1/2 tsp. olive oil
1 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
1 tsp. minced fresh parsley
3/4 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. Old Bay® seasoning
3/4 tsp. dried whole basil
3/4 tsp. dried whole oregano
3/4 tsp. dried whole thyme
Leaf lettuce

Bring water and lemon to a boil; add shrimp and cook 3 to 5 minutes. Drain well; rinse with cold water. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact. Place shrimp in a large bowl. Combine oil and next 9 ingredients; stir with a wire whisk. Pour over shrimp. Toss to coat shrimp. To store: Refrigerate in a tightly covered container up to 8 hours. To serve: Drain shrimp and arrange in a large lettuce-lined bowl. Serve with cocktail sauce.