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Massachusetts Clam Boil Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 lbs small potatoes 🥔
- 2 lbs kielbasa sausage, cut into chunks 🌭
- 8 ears of corn, husked and halved 🌽
- 4 lbs littleneck clams, scrubbed and cleaned 🐚
- 2 large onions, quartered 🧅
- 1 bunch fresh parsley 🌿
- 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning 🧂
- 2 lemons, halved 🍋
- 8 cups water 💧
- Melted butter, for serving 🧈
- Cocktail sauce, for serving 🍅
Instructions:
- In a large stockpot, bring the water to a boil over high heat.
- Add the potatoes and onions to the pot. Cook for 10 minutes.
- Add the kielbasa sausage and Old Bay seasoning to the pot. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Add the corn and clams to the pot. Squeeze the lemon halves over the top.
- Cover the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the clams have opened and the potatoes are tender.
- Remove the pot from the heat and discard any clams that did not open.
- Drain the clam boil and transfer it to a large serving platter.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve the Massachusetts Clam Boil with melted butter and cocktail sauce on the side.
About Massachusetts Clam Boil:
Massachusetts Clam Boil is a traditional seafood dish popular in the Northeast region of the United States, particularly in coastal areas like Massachusetts. It's a hearty and flavorful meal featuring a variety of ingredients, including potatoes, sausage, corn, and, of course, fresh littleneck clams. The dish is typically cooked in a large pot or kettle, often outdoors, and seasoned with Old Bay seasoning for added flavor. Massachusetts Clam Boil is a favorite for gatherings and summer celebrations, bringing people together to enjoy the bounty of the sea. It's a quintessential New England dish that captures the essence of coastal living.