16 cups of water
3 t red pepper flakes
2 T Old Bay ( or more to taste)
3 lbs cooked smoked sausage cut into 2 inch chunks
4 lbs red potatoes, washed skins on
10 small whole onions, peeled
6 fresh ears of corn, shucked and cut in half
5 lbs shrimp in shells size 21-25 ( I use 16-21)
melted butter
herbs, such as basil and oregano
In a large pot put water, Old Bay and red pepper flakes, bring to a boil . ( Sprinkle the Old Bay spice after each layer.) Add sausage, potatoes, onions and corn. Boil.
Reduce heat and cook 30 minutes. Add Shrimp, cover and steam another 5-8 minutes, make sure shrimp is done.
Drain out all liquid. Pour everything on to a large platter. Drizzle melted butter, herbs and Old Bay to taste over top.
Serve with Cocktail Sauce, or hot pepper sauce.
