OLD BAY CRAB LEGS RECIPES

Steps:

• Put the crab legs in the bottom of a large stockpot, then cover with 4 quarts of water and stir in the seafood seasoning (see Cook's Note). Halve the lemons and squeeze the juice into the pot, then add the rinds. Cover and bring to a boil, then cook over medium-high heat until the crab legs are warmed through, about 5 minutes. Remove the crab legs to a large serving bowl or platter.
• Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook until the butter foams and simmers, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and let stand 5 minutes. Using a spoon, remove any milk solids from the surface of the butter, then slowly pour the melted butter into a small serving bowl, leaving any watery, white whey behind in the saucepan. Serve alongside the crab legs. 

Steps:

• Crab LegsBring a large stock pot of water to a boil. It's best to only fill the stock pot about half way to allow for a rise in the water level when you add the crab legs. Add beer and enough Old Bay to give the water a "muddy" appearance. Boil crab legs for 10 minutes. Drain crab legs and place on a large platter or cookie sheet. Squeeze lemon juice over crab legs and sprinkle with Old Bay. ButterAdd about 1 teaspoon of minced garlic and 2 tablespoons of butter to a ramekin for each person. Microwave ramekins in 20 second intervals, swirling in between, until the butter melts. Top with Old Bay if desired.