Fill large (very large) pot about 1/3 full with water. Add seafood boil seasoning, dry and liquid, salt, lemons and limes. Cover and bring to a boil. Be patient. It takes some time to get a pot this big heated to boil.
Add potatoes, bring to boil, and cook for 5 minutes.
Add corn, bring to boil, and cook for 5 minutes.
Add shrimp first and then place crab clusters on top. Bring to a boil, cover and remove from heat. Let sit at least 10 minutes up to one hour. The longer it sits, the more flavor the seafood and vegetables absorb. This batch sat in the seasoned water for about 45 minutes. We thought it had just the right amount of good spicy flavor. If you’re uncertain, test some of the shrimp after 15 minutes. If it tastes good to you, you’re ready to eat. If you want more flavor, let it sit longer.
Drain the pot. You’ll need some help. The pot is heavy and cumbersome. Be careful not to get burned from the steam.
Scatter the contents on newspaper. Have softened butter and cocktail sauce on hand.
Dig in.