Pickeled Shrimp

Yield:	8 Servings
Categories:	Appetizers

1 1/2	lb	Fresh; raw shrimp, peeled
2		-(up to)
3		Stalks chopped celery leaves (1/2 cup)
1/4	c	Whole mixed pickling spices
2	qt	Boiling water
2	lg	Sliced onions (2 cups)
5		Whole bay leaves
1 1/2	c	Cooking oil
1 1/2	c	White vinegar
1/4	c	Chopped pimentos (2 ounces)
2	tb	Capers with liquid
1 1/2	ts	Celery seed
1 1/2	ts	Salt
1/4	ts	Texas Pete hot sauce