Step #1 Heat oil In a large-ish nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Step #2 Add sliced fennel, freshly ground black pepper, garlic, salt, & bay leaf; cook 5 mins or until fennel is crisp-tender, stirring every once in awhile.
Step #3 Add red pepper & shrimp to pan; cook 3 mins or until shrimp are done, stirring every once in awhile.
Step #4 Stir in lime juice.
Step #5 Serve with lime wedges, if desired.
Step #6 Perfect wine: Try St.
Step #7 Supery Sauvignon Blanc 2002 (Napa Valley, herbs, melon, $1 This very crisp wine has snappy, CA), lime, fresh flavors reminiscent of green figs, & fennel--a perfect fit with this recipe.
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