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Scrub the clams and mussels, removing any 'beards' from the mussels. Quarter the onion and smash the garlic cloves.","group":"Preparation","title":"Clean all seafood thoroughly","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a very large stockpot (at least 16-20 quarts), add the water (or beer), onion, garlic, and 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning. Bring to a boil over high heat.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the water, onion, garlic, and 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the potatoes and sliced sausage to the pot. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the potatoes and sliced sausage","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Layer the lobsters and corn on top of the potatoes. Sprinkle with the remaining tablespoon of Old Bay. Cover and steam for 10-12 minutes.","group":"Cooking","title":"Layer the lobsters and corn","timerMinutes":11,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Add the clams and mussels to the pot. Cover and steam for an additional 5-8 minutes, or until the shellfish have opened and the lobster is bright red. Discard any shellfish that do not open.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the clams and mussels","timerMinutes":7,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Drain the liquid and transfer the clam bake ingredients to a large platter or a newspaper-lined table. Serve immediately with melted butter and lemon wedges.","group":"Serving","title":"Drain the liquid","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Traditionally done in a sand pit with seaweed, this stovetop version captures the same essence. 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