The Book of Household Management by Mrs. Beeton

313. INGREDIENTS.--1 pint of picked prawns or shrimps, 3/4 pint of stock

No. 104, thickening of butter and flour; salt, cayenne, and nutmeg to taste. _Mode_.--Pick the prawns or shrimps, and put them in a stewpan with the stock; add a thickening of butter and flour; season, and simmer gently for 3 minutes. Serve on a dish garnished with fried bread or toasted sippets. Cream sauce may be substituted for the gravy. _Time_.--3 minutes. _Average cost_ for this quantity, 1s. 4d. [Illustration: THE SHRIMP.] THE SHRIMP.--This shell-fish is smaller than the prawn, and is greatly relished in London as a delicacy. It inhabits most of the sandy shores of Europe, and the Isle of Wight is especially famous for them. BOILED SKATE.