Recipe for Hot Crab Dip

Recipe for Hot Crab Dip

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Ingredients:

• 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (optional)
• 8 oz (225g) lump crab meat, picked over for shells

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix the Ingredients:
   • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Beat until smooth.
   • Stir in the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until well combined.
   • Gently fold in the crab meat and green onions, being careful not to break up the crab too much.
3. Bake the Dip:
   • Transfer the mixture to a small baking dish and spread it out evenly.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden brown on top.
4. Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.
   • Serve hot with crackers, sliced baguette, or vegetable sticks.

This hot crab dip is creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. You can also customize it by adding more spices or herbs to suit your taste. Enjoy!