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Ultimate Crab Casserole Recipe – Creamy & Flavorful Dish

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This Ultimate Crab Casserole is a luxurious yet comforting dish that highlights the sweet, delicate flavor of crab. With its creamy texture and crispy topping, it’s sure to impress at any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lump or jumbo lump crab meat
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup non-alcohol white cooking liquid or chicken/vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery
  • 1/2 cup finely diced onion
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or chives
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp melted butter
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional, e.g. sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  2. Finely dice your celery, onion, and red bell pepper. Drain your crab meat thoroughly.
  3. In a small skillet, melt a tablespoon of butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced celery, onion, and red bell pepper. Sauté gently for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Beat until smooth.
  5. Add Worcestershire sauce, non-alcohol white cooking liquid, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the creamy base. Mix until thoroughly incorporated.
  6. Gently fold in the sautéed vegetables and drained crab meat into the creamy mixture.
  7. Spoon the crab mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top. If using, add cheese on top of the breadcrumbs.
  8. Bake for 25-35 minutes until hot and bubbly, and the topping is golden brown.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives.

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Keywords: Use the freshest crab meat possible for the best flavor. Avoid overmixing the crab to maintain its texture, and feel free to customize the topping with different types of breadcrumbs or cheese.

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