Best 5 Lump Crabmeat Spinach Au Gratin Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our exquisite Lump Crabmeat Spinach Au Gratin recipe, a harmonious blend of delicate crabmeat, vibrant spinach, and a creamy, cheesy sauce. This delectable dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, sure to leave your taste buds tantalized. Paired with our curated collection of additional recipes, you'll embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the versatility of crabmeat and spinach. From the classic Crab Cakes with Lemon Butter Sauce to the innovative Crab and Avocado Salad, each recipe showcases the culinary prowess of our expert chefs. So, prepare to delight your palate with our Lump Crabmeat Spinach Au Gratin and its accompanying recipes – a testament to the boundless creativity and sheer delight that cooking can bring.

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LUMP CRABMEAT AU GRATIN/DIP II



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Pappadeaux's is famous for many delicious dishes, the crab & spinach dip being one of the most popular. Here's my version of that amazing dip. Shrimp or Crawfish can be added or substituted for the crabmeat.

Provided by Donna Graffagnino

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 small onion, chopped fine
2 tsp garlic, minced
1/2 c butter
1 lb lump crabmeat
1 Tbsp all purpose flour
4 oz monterey jack cheese, cubed
4 oz philadelphia cream cheese
3/4 c half & half
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp white pepper
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 bunch green onions, sliced thin
3/4 - 1 c cheddar or colby jack cheese, shredded
1 - 2 baguettes, diagonally sliced
1 - 2 stick butter, melted
2 tsp powdered or granulated garlic
1 Tbsp dried chopped parsley
finely grated parmigiano reggiano

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven 350° F. Microwave onions and garlic in microwave safe bowl with just a little water for about 3 minutes or until onions are translucent. Completely drain the liquid and set aside.
  • 2. Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add crabmeat and sauté about 3 minutes being careful not to break up crabmeat. Scoop out crab meat and add to onions. Leave the liquid in the skillet.
  • 3. Reduce heat to low and stir flour into the crab/butter liquid until well blended.
  • 4. Add Monterey Jack cheese and cream cheese; stir until cheeses are completely melted.
  • 5. Increase heat to medium and add Half & Half, salt, pepper & cayenne, stirring continuously until mixture begins to boil. Remove from heat immediately.
  • 6. Fold in onions and crab meat, being careful not to break up crabmeat.
  • 7. Pour into 6 individual buttered Ramekins or into a buttered 9 x 9 shallow casserole dish.
  • 8. Sprinkle top with green onions, then top with shredded cheese. If serving as a dip, make the garlic bread now.
  • 9. Put the bread slices on a baking sheet lined with foil. Combine melted butter and granulated garlic then liberally brush on one side of the baguette slices. Sprinkle lightly with parsley and grated parmesan cheese.
  • 10. Put dip in the oven on lower rack and garlic bread on the top rack. Bake for 10 minutes until cheese is melted and dip is hot and bubbly, and garlic bread is toasted. Enjoy!

LUMP CRABMEAT & SPINACH AU GRATIN



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This is my version of Pappadeaux's famous dip. It's To Die For!

Provided by Donna Graffagnino

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bag(s) 16 oz frozen or 24 oz fresh chopped spinach
1/2 c butter
1 lb lump crabmeat, picked through for shells
1 Tbsp all purpose flour
4 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded or cubed
4 oz onion & chive philadelphia cream cheese
3/4 c half and half
1 Tbsp sherry (cooking sherry ok)
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp white pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, or more to taste
1 c cheddar cheese, shredded
minced parsley or chives for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven 350° F. Microwave spinach according to package directions. Drain liquid, squeeze some excess liquid and set aside.
  • 2. Melt butter in a medium skillet and sauté crab meat about 3-4 minutes over medium heat being careful not to break up crab meat.
  • 3. Gently remove crab with slotted spoon and set aside for later. Leave the liquid in the skillet.
  • 4. In the same skillet stir in the flour and cook on low heat until well blended. Add Mozzarella, cream cheese, and sherry, stir over low heat until cheeses are completely melted.
  • 5. Add Half and Half and seasonings, stir continuously over medium heat until the mixture begins to boil. Remove from heat immediately.
  • 6. Gently fold in the spinach first. Taste for seasonings and adjust if needed. Then fold in the crab meat.
  • 7. Pour into a 9" x 9" shallow casserole dish or 6 individual ramekins. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • 8. Sprinkle with parsley or chives if desired. Serve piping hot with crusty garlic bread slices.

SPINACH AND LUMP CRABMEAT AU GRATIN



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Our local newspaper holds a cooking contest once a year and the publishes all of the recipes submitted. This dish was voted the "Grand Champion".

Provided by Luby Luby Luby

Categories     Crab

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) bag frozen chopped spinach
1/2 cup butter
1 lb lump crabmeat
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
4 ounces monterey jack cheese, cubed
4 ounces Philadelphia Cream Cheese, cubed
3/4 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Microwave spinach according to package directions.
  • Drain liquid and set aside.
  • Melt butter in medium skillet.
  • Add crab meat and saute for 3 minutes on medium heat being careful not to break up crab meat too much.
  • Remove crab meat, leaving liquid in skillet.
  • In same skillet, stir in flour and cook on low heat until well blended.
  • Add Monterey Jack cheese and cream cheese, stirring on low heat until completely melted.
  • Add Half and Half and seasonings, stirring continuously on medium heat until mixture begins to boil.
  • Remove from heat immediately.
  • Add spinach and crab meat and carefully fold into sauce.
  • Pour into a 9x9 shallow casserole dish or 6 individual ramekins.
  • Sprinikle shredded cheese on top and bake for 10 minutes or until is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.5, Fat 37.7, SaturatedFat 23.2, Cholesterol 162.7, Sodium 1101.5, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 0.9, Protein 30.9

CRAB AU GRATIN SPREAD



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For a warm and winning appetizer, Suzanne Zick of Maiden, North Carolina serves this special cracker spread. It's rich tasting and easy to whip up with convenient canned crab.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield about 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed or 2/3 cup chopped imitation crabmeat
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained and chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons minced chives
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon dry bread crumbs
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in the flour, salt and paprika until smooth. Gradually add the cream, milk and wine. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the crab, mushrooms and chives; heat through. Stir in cheese just until melted., Transfer to a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over crab mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRAB MEAT AU GRATIN



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     casseroles, appetizer, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup dry sherry
1 egg yolk
4 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
1 pound fresh lump crab meat, shell and cartilage removed, if any
4 tablespoons freshly grated Gruyere or Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler to high.
  • Melt two tablespoons of the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and blend well. Do not brown. Add the milk and cook, stirring with a whisk, until blended and smooth. Season with cayenne pepper, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
  • Add the cream, bring to a boil and simmer briefly about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in half of the sherry, beat in the egg yolk well and remove from heat.
  • Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook them briefly until wilted. Add the crab meat and cook briefly, stirring gently. Sprinkle with the remaining sherry.
  • Spoon the crab meat into a baking dish and smooth over with a spatula. Cover with the hot sauce and spoon it over with a rubber spatula. Sprinkle with the cheese.
  • Place the dish under the broiler until golden brown and bubbling hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 479, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 30 grams, SaturatedFat 20 grams, Sodium 895 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh lump crab meat. If you can't find fresh crab meat, frozen crab meat will also work, but be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • Fresh spinach is the best choice for this recipe, but you can also use frozen spinach if you prefer. If using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw it and squeeze out all the excess water before using.
  • Use a good quality Gruyère cheese for the au gratin sauce. A sharp cheddar cheese or a combination of Gruyère and cheddar cheese can also be used.
  • To make the au gratin sauce, you can either use a double boiler or a microwave. If using a double boiler, place the ingredients in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water. Stir constantly until the cheese is melted and smooth. If using a microwave, place the ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the cheese is melted and smooth.
  • To assemble the crabmeat spinach au gratin, simply layer the crab meat, spinach, and au gratin sauce in a baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Crabmeat spinach au gratin is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you serve it as an appetizer, a main course, or a side dish, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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