Creamy Seafood Boil

A creamy seafood boil is a flavorful and indulgent dish that combines the rich taste of seafood with a creamy, buttery sauce. It’s typically served with potatoes, corn, and sometimes sausage for a complete meal. Here’s a recipe to help you prepare a delicious and creamy seafood boil:

Ingredients:

For the Boil:

• 2 pounds shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1-2 pounds crab legs (king crab or snow crab)
• 1-2 pounds mussels or clams
• 1-2 pounds baby potatoes (halved)
• 3-4 ears of corn (cut into halves or thirds)
• 1-2 smoked sausages (cut into rounds, optional)
• 4-6 cups water (enough to cover the ingredients in a large pot)
• 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning (or your preferred seafood seasoning)
• 1 lemon (cut into wedges)
• 2-3 garlic cloves (smashed)
• Salt, to taste

For the Creamy Sauce:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
• 3-4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
• Optional: Red pepper flakes (for spice)
• Optional: Grated Parmesan (for extra richness)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Boil:

• Boil the Potatoes & Corn: In a large pot, bring the water to a boil and add the Old Bay seasoning, smashed garlic, and salt. Add the baby potatoes and corn to the pot. Boil for about 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the corn is cooked.
• Add the Sausage (Optional): If using sausage, add the sausage rounds to the pot and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.

2. Cook the Seafood:

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