Lobster Boil

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   ["Fill a large stock pot with water. The pot should be large enough to fit the lobsters with plenty of room.", "Bring to a boil and salt the water. Quarter the onion and cut the head of garlic through the widest part of the head. Add to the boiling water", "Before boiling the lobsters, snip the rubber bands off the claws. Add lobsters to the boiling water.", "Cook lobsters according to weight:

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   1 pound = 8 minutes

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   1 1/4 pounds = 9-10 minutes

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   1 1/2 pounds = 11-12 minutes

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   1 3/4 pounds = 12-13 minutes

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   2 pounds = 15 minutes

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   2 1/2 pounds = 20 minutes

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   3 pounds = 25 minutes

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   5 pounds = 35-40 minutes", "Divide the clams in half and tie up each half loosely with cheese cloth. Make sure there is room for the clams to open.", "7 minutes before the lobsters are done cooking, add the clams", "3 minutes before lobsters are done cooking, add the corn.", "Remove lobsters and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Strain the boil and arrange on a platter.", "Serve with lemon wedges and melted butter"]

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.