Frogmore Stew contains no frogs and is not stew. Such is the crazy world of culinary names. It's also known as Low Country Boil. It's more colorful name comes from the town that claims to have originated it, although others know it as Beaufort Stew, since that town also lays such a claim. In any case, this magical yet simple creation features South Carolina white shrimp, new (or other small) potatoes, and sausage. If sweet corn is in season, that should go in the pot, too. I've had it in the Low Country and I've had it in my house in San Francisco; it is one of those dishes that definitely tastes best in its own locale - best enjoyed standing around a picnic table in the sunshine with lively company. It is, however, pretty darn tasty even without such perfect environs. The good company, though, that part is as key as bright wild shrimp and plump, savory sausage.

I've scaled this recipe to serve 4, but it increases with ease. Just keep the proportions of the ingredients about the same except for the liquid, you won't need to increase it at the same rate, you'll just need enough to cover everything, but as you do use 1 tablespoon Old Bay to every 1 cup of water.

See Also

Grilled Shrimp

Salt and Pepper Shrimp

Shrimp Burgers