Enjoy the hearty and flavorful experience of a New England clam boil, a classic seafood feast that brings together clams, potatoes, corn, and sausage, all cooked together in a savory broth. This dish is perfect for gatherings and summer celebrations!
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds fresh clams (such as littlenecks or cherrystones), cleaned
- 1 pound smoked sausage (such as kielbasa), cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 medium potatoes, quartered
- 4 ears of corn, husked and cut in half
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning (or to taste)
- 8 cups water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, combine the water, Old Bay seasoning, quartered onion, and smashed garlic. Bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Once boiling, add the quartered potatoes to the pot and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until they are just tender.
3. Add the smoked sausage to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Add the corn halves and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the corn to become tender.
5. Finally, add the cleaned clams to the pot, cover, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that remain closed.
6. Carefully drain the pot, if desired, or serve directly from the pot.
7. Transfer the clam boil to a large serving platter or bowl, garnishing with fresh parsley.
8. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the seafood.
Enjoy this delicious New England clam boil as a fun and satisfying seafood feast that brings friends and family together!
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