Description
This classic Maryland Crab Dip combines tender lump crab meat with a creamy, cheesy blend of whipped cream cheese, tartar sauce, and Old Bay Seasoning. It’s perfect for any gathering and is best served warm with toasted baguette slices.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz whipped cream cheese
- 1/2 cup tartar sauce (or mayonnaise, if preferred)
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning*
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 lb jumbo lump or lump crab meat*
- 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
- Sliced and toasted baguette, for serving
- Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a shallow baking dish, such as a pie dish, with cooking spray. - Mix the Base:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whipped cream cheese, tartar sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (if using), Old Bay Seasoning, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth. - Add the Crab and Cheese:
Gently fold in the crab meat, half of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese with a rubber spatula. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much. - Assemble and Bake:
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack and mozzarella cheese on top. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the dip is heated through. - Garnish and Serve:
Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot with toasted baguette slices.
Notes
- Crab Meat: You can use lump or jumbo lump crab meat for this recipe. Lump crab meat is a more economical option that works perfectly in dips.
- Tartar Sauce Tip: Ensure you use a tartar sauce you enjoy for the best flavor. Whole Foods brand is recommended, but mayonnaise can be substituted if desired.
- Old Bay Seasoning: If you’re new to Old Bay or prefer a milder flavor, start with ½ tablespoon and adjust to taste after baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 180kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
