Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact. Place shrimp in shallow dish, cover and chill.
Combine sugar and next 8 ingredients in container of an electric blender. Cover and process until smooth.
Pour sugar mixture into a small saucepan over medium-low heat, and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and allow to cool, and pour over shrimp. Cover again and marinate in refrigerator for about 30 minutes, turning the shrimp occasionally.
Combine cottage cheese and next 3 ingredients in container of an electric blender. Cover and process until mixture is smooth. Spoon into a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and chill.
Remove shrimp from marinade, reserving marinade. Arrange shrimp in a single layer on a rack coated with oil or cooking spray, and place rack in a shallow roasting pan. Broil 3 inches from heat for 3 minutes. Turn shrimp and baste with reserved marinade. Broil an additional 3 minutes on second side or until shrimp turns pink.
Put toothpicks into the shrimp and serve with cheese dip on the side.
Serves: 8
Contributor: pat ciesla
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