Crab Legs Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Crab Legs
Thaw the crab legs if frozen. Rinse them under cold water.
2
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add the Old Bay seasoning.
3
Cook the Crab Legs
Once the water is boiling, add the crab legs and cover the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
4
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat with minced garlic until fragrant.
5
Serve
Remove the crab legs from the pot, serve with melted garlic butter, and lemon wedges on the side.