•4 quarts water
•1/4 cup Old Bay seafood seasoning
•1 tablespoon salt
•1 (12-ounce) can beer, optional
•4 medium-sized red potatoes, cut into quarters
•1 large sweet onion, peeled and cut into wedges
•4 ears fresh corn, cut in half
•1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 2-inch lengths
•2 pounds uncooked large shrimp with or without shells