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creamy crab dip

Recipe by
Roberta Isaacson
highland park, IL

The balance of cheeses and peppers and the crunchy topping really make for a great and easy dip.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For creamy crab dip

  • 1 whole shallot, diced
  • 1 whole jalapeno, seeds removed and diced
  • 1/2 whole red bell pepper, diced
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 3 tablespoons diced roasted red peppers(from a jar)
  • 1 can crab meat drained
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon old bay seasonings
  • 4 tablespoons green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup bread crumbs

How To Make creamy crab dip

  • 1
    Put the shallots, jalapeno and red bell pepper into a non-stick skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes on medium heat, just until they are lightly softened. Then place everything except the bread crumbs into a mixing bowl and mix to combine making sure everything is incorporated.
  • 2
    Put everything into a baking dish and bake in a 350 degree oven for about 25 minutes or until everything is nice and bubbly.
  • 3
    Remove dish from the oven and turn on the broiler. Top the dip with the bread crumbs and then place in your broiler until the breadcrumbs are nice and toasted - about 4 - 6 minutes.
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