Crab and Shrimp Boil with New Potatoes

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8 quarts water

1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning 

1/4 cup kosher salt 

1 head garlic, halved through the equator 

1 tablespoon chile flakes 

1 bunch parsley, tied 

1 1/2 pounds new potatoes, cleaned 

8 to 10 large blue crabs, cleaned 

2 pounds (about 2 dozen) jumbo shrimp, heads removed, shell-on 

Melted butter, to serve 

Toasted bread, to serve 

Lemon wedges, to serve