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Ultimate Hot & Cheesy Crab Dip Recipe

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Make this creamy, hot crab dip for your next gathering. It is simple to prepare and delivers rich, savory flavor perfect for game day or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8-inch pie dish or small oven-safe serving dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  3. Gently fold in the lump crab meat, being careful not to break up the lumps too much.
  4. Stir in 3/4 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese and all of the cheddar cheese into the crab mixture.
  5. Spread the crab mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of Monterey Jack cheese over the top of the dip.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and the cheese on top is melted and lightly golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
  9. Serve this crowd pleasing dip hot with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or vegetable sticks.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can substitute some of the mayonnaise with cream cheese.
  • If you prefer a spicier dip, add a dash of hot sauce to the mixture before baking.
  • You can assemble this dip completely, cover it, and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. Add about 5 to 10 minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the refrigerator.

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