Hot Cajun-Style Crab Boil

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   Place 2 gallons of water and the crab-boil seasoning in a large stockpot, cover and bring to a boil.

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   (Note: This can be done a few hours ahead, set aside and brought back to a boil at serving time to intensify the stock flavor.)

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   Add salt to taste.

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   Add the onions and potatoes to the boiling stock, cover and bring the stock back to a boil.

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   Boil gently for 10 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, rinse the crabs well in a sink filled with cold water.

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   Using metal tongs, lift the crabs from the sink, and after discarding any dead or smelly crabs, add them to the stockpot with the sausage and garlic.

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   Bring the mixture back to a boil, and boil gently for 5 minutes.

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   Add the corn, and bring the mixture back to a boil.

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    Then, turn off the heat, and let the pot sit (up to 1 hour) until serving time.

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    At serving time, drain off the stock, and arrange crab boil ingredients separately on a large platter.

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    Serve with the hot mayonnaise (see following recipe), if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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