History’s Most Notorious Gangsters’ Favorite Recipes

Joseph Iannuzzi worked for the Gambino family before they turned on him in 1981. Iannuzzi spent decades informing on the Gambinos for the FBI, becoming something of a media personality with his nickname “Joe Dogs.” He also went by “Joe Diner” – a reminder that Iannuzzi was quite the chef and made more than a few meals for his peers.

Iannuzzi’s Mafia Cookbook includes both amusing stories and delectable recipes, including this one for shrimp scampi.

Joseph Iannuzzi’s Shrimp Scampi:

2 lbs. jumbo shrimp

2 sticks butter

1 shallot, chopped fine

3 cloves garlic, crushed and chopped fine

2 cups sour cream

2 tbsp. chopped dried chives

1 tsp. garlic powder

1/4 tsp. white pepper

1 tsp. Accent seasoning (optional)

Put all the ingredients together following the recipe in Iannuzzi’s book and serve over rice.