Feast your taste buds on Elaine's Hot Maryland Crab Dip, a delectable treat that encapsulates the essence of Maryland's culinary heritage. This classic crab dip tantalizes with its creamy, cheesy texture, bursting with succulent crab meat, a symphony of aromatic spices, and a touch of heat that adds an extra layer of flavor. Indulge in this beloved dish as an appetizer, a party dip, or a main course served alongside crackers, chips, or toasted baguette slices.
Dive into the culinary journey with two variations of this irresistible dip: the traditional recipe, crafted with a creamy base of mayonnaise, cream cheese, and sour cream, and the lightened-up version, a healthier rendition that swaps out the mayonnaise for Greek yogurt, maintaining all the indulgent flavors. Both recipes promise an explosion of taste, thanks to the generous amount of fresh crab meat, a blend of flavorful spices, and a hint of cayenne pepper that brings a subtle warmth to the dish.
MARYLAND HOT CRAB DIP RECIPE
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, and garlic salt until smooth.
- Stir in 2 tbsp of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Fold crab meat into the mixture.
- Pour mixture into a 1 quart casserole dish.
- Top with remaining cheese, or more. But not too much because you don't want the cheese to overtake the taste of the crab.
- Sprinkle Old Bay Seasoning on top of the crab dip sparingly.
- Bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for approximately 30 minutes or until the top is browned.
- Serve with crackers, toasted bread, celery sticks, or parmesan crisps. And of course keep the Old Bay Seasoning handy for extra shakes!
ELAINE'S HOT MARYLAND CRAB DIP
Elaine is my friend Kelly's mom and she makes a wonderful hot crab dip. Because her husband is big in politics in a small state, Elaine is on a first-name basis with many people whose names & faces you'd recognize, but she leaves the politics to her husband and is the center of her children's & grandchildren's lives. She is...
Provided by Fran Miller
Categories Seafood Appetizers
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Measure the cream cheese, sour cream, mayo, lemon juice, worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, and garlic powder directly into a large mixing bowl. Using a mixer, beat all ingredients together until well-blended.
- 2. In a separate bowl, pick through the crab meat, looking for and removing any shell pieces.
- 3. Add the crab to the mixing bowl, along with the shredded white cheddar cheese. Fold GENTLY to incorporate the crab & cheese with the other ingredients. (If you're using lump crab meat, you'll want to keep the lumps!)
- 4. Spray a baking dish with cooking spray. GENTLY pour the mixed ingredients into the baking dish. Now, if you like Old Bay seasoning, sprinkle it over the top. (If you REALLY like Old Bay, you might even stir some in first.) If you're not an Old Bay fan, you can sprinkle on some paprika, if you want. Just for "pretty."
- 5. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes, until the dip is melted and bubbly.
- 6. Serve hot with savory crackers, flatbread pieces, or toasted bread points.
- 7. ESPECIALLY YUMMY OPTION: Maryland Crab Pretzel Spoon crab dip over a large soft pretzel, then top with shredded cheese. Bake until cheese melts. Pull apart to eat. =^..^=
MARYLAND HOT CRAB DIP
For the best texture, use lump crab meat and each ingredient listed. No substitutions! Serve with crusty baguette, sturdy crackers, celery, or fresh pita. For more success tips and to learn which crab meat to use, see blog post above.
Provided by Sally
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C).
- In a large mixing bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute.
- Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, 1 cup cheddar cheese, ground mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using). Beat on medium-high speed until combined. Using a spoon or rubber spatula, gently fold in the lump crab meat. If you used hot sauce, taste, then add more hot sauce if desired.
- Transfer to a 9-inch (or slightly larger) baking pan, pie dish, or oven-safe skillet. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until hot and bubbly around the edges.
- Serve warm.
- Cover and store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a 350°F (177°C) until warmed throughout.
HOT MARYLAND CRAB DIP
This is a true Maryland recipe of hot crab dip, swooned over by many!
Provided by Yavonne Stewart
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Crab Dip Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a glass loaf pan with cooking spray.
- Mix cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and seafood seasoning together in a bowl. Gently fold crabmeat into cheese mixture; pour into the prepared loaf pan and top with Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until dip is bubbling, about 20 minutes. Toast baguette slices on oven rack during the last 5 minutes of baking the dip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.4 g, Cholesterol 74.8 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 748.4 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
CHESAPEAKE CRAB DIP
Many of the Maryland Green School students work to improve the health of our local treasure, the Chesapeake Bay. Crab stars in this creamy dip that highlights the importance of their efforts. -Carol Brzezinski, Marriottsville, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 2-1/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°; in a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, mustard, seafood seasoning and garlic salt. Fold in crab. Transfer to a greased 9-in. pie plate. Sprinkle with cheese and paprika., Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, 20-25 minutes. Serve warm with crackers. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh crab meat. If you're using frozen crab meat, be sure to thaw it completely before using.
- Use a good quality cream cheese. The higher the fat content, the creamier the dip will be.
- Don't overcook the crab meat. It should be cooked through but not tough.
- Add the Old Bay seasoning to taste. You can also add other spices, such as cayenne pepper or black pepper, to taste.
- Serve the dip with crackers, tortilla chips, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Elaine's Hot Maryland Crab Dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, flavorful crab meat, and spicy Old Bay seasoning, this dip is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a tasty and impressive appetizer, give Elaine's Hot Maryland Crab Dip a try.
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