Low- Country Shrimp Boil

16 cups water
¼ cup Old Bay seasoning or crab boil seasoning
2 to 3 t. ground red pepper
2 lb. cooked smoked sausage, cut into 1 ½” chunks
2 lb. tiny new potatoes, halved if large
10 small onions, peeled (about 3 lbs.)
5 fresh ears of corn, shucked and halved
2 lb. fresh or frozen large shrimp in shells
¼ cup butter, melted (optional)
¼ cup snipped fresh herbs, such as thyme, oregano, and or basil (optional)

In dutch oven, combine water, Old Bay seasoning and pepper. Cover and bring to boil. Add sausage, potatoes, onions, and corn. Return to boil. Cover and simmer for 10 mins. Add shrimp. Cover and cook for 2 min. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min. Drain. In another bowl, combine melted butter and herbs. Drizzle over shrimp and vegetables.

Makes 10 servings.

From Sheri