Classic Seafood Boil Recipe

Enjoy a mouthwatering seafood feast with this classic seafood boil recipe. Packed with a variety of fresh seafood, corn, and potatoes, this recipe is bursting with flavors that will transport you straight to the coast. Whether you're hosting a backyard party or craving a special dinner, this seafood boil is a must-try dish. It's easy to make and brings the taste of the ocean to your table.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds of large shrimp, deveined and shell-on
• 2 pounds of crab legs
• 2 pounds of mussels
• 2 pounds of clams
• 1 pound of smoked sausage, sliced
• 6 ears of corn, husked and halved
• 2 pounds of baby potatoes
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• 1/2 cup of Old Bay seasoning
• 4 tablespoons of butter
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Directions

1. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil.
2. Add the Old Bay seasoning and salt to the boiling water.
3. Carefully add the potatoes and boil them for about 10 minutes until they are fork-tender.
4. Add the smoked sausage, corn, and lemon wedges to the pot and continue boiling for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Add the crab legs, mussels, clams, and shrimp to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and the mussels and clams open up.
6. Using a slotted spoon or spider strainer, transfer the cooked seafood, sausage, corn, and potatoes to a large serving platter.
7. Melt the butter in a small saucepan and drizzle it over the seafood boil.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

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