Easy Shrimp Boil

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 4 quarts water
• 1/4 cup Old Bay seafood seasoning
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 (12-ounce) can beer, optional
• 4 medium-sized red potatoes, cut into quarters
• 1 large sweet onion, peeled and cut into wedges
• 4 ears fresh corn, cut in half
• 1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 2-inch lengths
• 2 pounds uncooked large shrimp with shells

Details

Servings 4
Cooking time 16mins
Adapted from mrfood.com

Preparation

Step 1

In an 8- to 12-quart soup pot, bring the water, Old Bay Seasoning, salt, and beer, if desired, to a boil over high heat.

Add potatoes and onions, and cook 8 minutes. Add corn and sausage, and cook 8 more minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add shrimp and cook 2 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink. Drain liquid from pot and serve immediately.