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The Frugal Gourmet, with chef Jeff Smith, is an amazingly thorough video collection with over 80 episodes that include food recipes from around the world. In each episode, Smith demonstrates several simple but important recipes. In this episode, learn how to prepare crabs all different ways. Smith makes Maryland Crab Cakes, Fried Crab Legs, Steamed Blue Crabs, and Fried Soft-Shell Crabs. Also learn to prepare condiments like Crab and Shrimp Seasoning and Joe's Florida Stone Crab Mustard Sauce. Smith not only cooks, he discusses the theological and anthropological histories of the dishes he prepares. He brings humor and wide-ranging knowledge into the kitchen.