Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Maryland Crab Dip Recipe, a creamy and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any gathering. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a warm, cheesy dip that will impress your friends and family. The combination of fresh crab meat, cream cheese, and Old Bay seasoning captures the essence of Maryland’s seafood tradition. Whether it’s for a holiday party, picnic, or casual night in, this dip is versatile and easy to prepare, making it an essential addition to your appetizer lineup. Serve alongside toasted baguette slices or crispy crackers for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces whipped cream cheese
- 1/2 cup tartar sauce
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 pound jumbo lump crab meat
- 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a shallow baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine whipped cream cheese, tartar sauce, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and gently fold in crab meat along with half of both cheeses.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg