and the types of side dishes that accompany them. Here are examples of what is typically included in various regional boils: – Louisiana and the Southern Gulf region of the United States traditionally include shrimp, crab, and crawfish, and may include crab boil seasoning packets that contain cayenne pepper, hot sauce, salt, lemon, and bay leaves. – Our northern friends in New England prefer the clambake route ... clams, corn, potatoes, sausage, and beer for boiling. It wouldn’t be a shock to see lobster show up in a New England boil. – Here in the South, the traditional seafood boil consists of boiled shrimp, sausage, corn, and potatoes, all seasoned to perfection using a seasoning such as Old Bay for added zest. Tailor your boil to your tastes. You can kick it up a notch or add whatever you desire – if you crave clams or love lobster, go ahead and toss them in! For added flavor, use beer instead of water, or different types of seasoning. When it comes to boils, the elements are always the same – delicious seafood, the beautiful outdoors, and time spent with great people … the ingredients are up to you. Summer can also be a great excuse just to get together and have a good time! If you choose to do so, you can turn your backyard into the perfect party destination for celebrations or just share your love for the seafood boil with friends, family, and neighbors. While a seafood boil is easy, sometimes throwing a party isn’t quite as
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DELICIOUS THE SUCCULENT SEAFOOD BOIL Summertime brings family and friends together to commemorate graduations, holidays, and weddings. What better way to celebrate these occasions than the iconic seafood boil? This summertime tradition pairs some of the best parts of summer: delicious seafood, warm weather, and the beautiful outdoors. Whether big or small, on the beach or
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he name “seafood boil” is a generic term for the type of meal served at events where the seafood is the primary dish. However, boils vary across parts of America depending on the seafood, the seasonings used, the way the seafood is prepared,
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