Best 10 Micheles Crab Spread Recipes

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Welcome to the world of delectable seafood appetizers! Dive into the exquisite taste of Michele's Crab Spread, a delightful creation that combines the delicate sweetness of crab with a symphony of flavors. This classic recipe elevates your next gathering with its creamy and luscious texture, perfectly complemented by a hint of lemon zest and the crunch of fresh celery.

But that's not all! Embark on a culinary journey with our additional crab spread variations, each offering a unique twist on this timeless dish. Indulge in the tangy delight of the Old Bay Crab Spread, where the iconic Maryland seasoning takes center stage. For a touch of elegance, try the Crab Spread with Horseradish, where the sharp and creamy blend tantalizes your taste buds. Discover the vibrant flavors of the Curry Crab Spread, where a hint of curry powder adds an exotic touch. And lastly, relish the simplicity of the Basic Crab Spread, a pure celebration of fresh crab's natural sweetness.

Whether you're hosting a party, planning a picnic, or simply craving a delicious snack, these crab spread recipes are guaranteed to impress. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more!

Let's cook with our recipes!

CREAM CHEESE CRAB SPREAD WITH HOMEMADE CROSTINI



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h15m

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces Neufchatel cheese or cream cheese, softened
1 pound fresh crabmeat, picked over for shells
4 tablespoons ketchup
4 tablespoons prepared horseradish
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 clove garlic
1 baguette, sliced into 18 rounds and toasted

Steps:

  • Combine the cream cheese and all but 1/2 cup of the crabmeat in a medium bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined. Roll into an 8-inch log and refrigerate until firmed up slightly, about 1 hour. Refrigerate the remaining 1/2 cup crabmeat until serving.
  • Meanwhile, combine the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, salt and some pepper in a medium bowl. Taste and adjust to your liking.
  • Place the log on a serving platter. Spoon some of the sauce over it, reserving the remaining sauce in a small bowl to serve on the side. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup crabmeat on top and garnish with the chives. Rub the garlic onto one side of each slice of bread and arrange the bread on the serving platter.

CRAB SPREAD



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My family has fond memories of traveling to my parents' house for Christmas dinner. After a 12-hour drive, we'd be welcomed in the door with this special seafood spread. -Barbara Biddle, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
Paprika
Assorted crackers or vegetables

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. To serve chilled, cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with paprika., To serve warm, spoon into a greased 3-cup baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15 minutes or until heated through. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

MARYLAND HOT CRAB DIP



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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

8 ounces (224g) block cream cheese, room temperature*
1/4 cup (60g) mayonnaise
1/2 cup (120g) sour cream
1 and 1/4 cups (155g) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 and 3/4 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning*
2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
1 pound fresh lump crab meat*
optional: 2 dashes of hot sauce (or to taste)

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.

CRAB SPREAD I



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An easy, but filling appetizer for your next party. Serve with small serving knife over assorted crackers.

Provided by L. Gerken

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (6 ounce) can crab meat, drained
1 (12 ounce) jar cocktail sauce
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Place cream cheese on large plate. Cover with crabmeat, squeeze juice of one lemon over the crabmeat. Pour cocktail sauce over top of the entire concoction.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1324.6 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

CRAB SPREAD



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Make and share this Crab Spread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by BelindaGA

Categories     Spreads

Time 20m

Yield 1 platter

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 1/2 ounces top quality crabmeat (fresh, canned "or" frozen)
12 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 small onion, grated
0.5 (12 ounce) bottle chili sauce
dried parsley flakes

Steps:

  • Whip cream cheese with mixer.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, mayonnaise and onion; mix well.
  • Spread evenly on a serving platter.
  • Spread 1/2 bottle chili sauce over the cream cheese mixture.
  • Flake drained crabmeat over the top.
  • Sprinkle with dried parley flakes.
  • Serve with Frito scoops or with crackers as a spread.

CREAMY CRAB SPREAD



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This spread is so good, we never have leftovers. It's ideal for busy days because it's ready in a jiffy. -Norma Reynolds, York, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 tablespoon grated onion
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise and ketchup; beat until smooth. Stir in the crab and onion. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein.

SEAFOOD CHEESE DIP



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This cheesy recipe has a nice combination of seafood flavors and clings beautifully to slices of bread. -Michelle Domm, Atlanta, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h45m

Yield 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (32 ounces) Velveeta, cubed
2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 cup frozen cooked salad shrimp, thawed
French bread baguette, sliced and toasted and assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a greased 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the cheese, crab, tomatoes and shrimp. Cover and cook on low until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally, 1-1/2 to 2 hours. Serve with baguette slices and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 791mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CURRIED CRAB SPREAD



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At holiday time, I always have cream cheese and crabmeat on hand. In case of drop-ins, I just mix up an easy spread by adding mango chutney and spices. -Jennifer Phillips, Goffstown, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce, optional
1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
3/4 cup mango chutney
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro or chives
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, lemon zest, curry powder, salt and, if desired, chili sauce; gently fold in crab. Shape into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer bread crumbs to a shallow bowl., Unwrap disk and press all sides into bread crumbs; place on a serving plate. Spoon chutney over top; sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CORNMEAL-CRUSTED SOFT-SHELL CRABS



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When you buy soft-shell crabs, have them cleaned at the fish market. Here, they are served on a bed of arugula with a Lemon-Red Pepper Confit.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 large egg whites
8 soft-shell crabs, (about 2 1/2 pounds)
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch arugula, (about 6 ounces), washed and tough stems removed
Lemon-Red Pepper Confit

Steps:

  • Combine cornmeal, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl or plate.
  • Whisk egg whites in a small bowl until just frothy. Dip crabs into egg whites to coat. Dredge them in the seasoned cornmeal, shake off excess, and set aside.
  • Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; arrange 4 crabs on their bellies in the pan. Cook until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer crabs to a plate and add 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil to pan. Return crabs to pan, on their backs, and cook until crisp, about 5 minutes more. Remove crabs from skillet and keep warm on a baking sheet in a 300 degrees oven. Repeat with the remaining olive oil and crabs.
  • Divide arugula among four plates. Arrange 2 crabs over each plate of arugula, spoon confit over or around crabs, and serve.

MICHELE'S CRAB SPREAD



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This was a recipe that I got from my late step-daughter. It's a must-have for our holidays.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 oz cream cheese
1 c mayonnaise
1 c celery, finely chopped
10 3/4 oz cream of celery soup, undiluted
1/4 oz knox unflavored gelatin
7 oz crab
1/2 c green onion, finely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Dissolve gelatin in 3 tablespoons cold water. Add to boiling, cream of celery soup. Stir well to dissolve gelatin. Take mix off burner. Cool completely.
  • 2. Cream and mash cream cheese. Add mayonnaise and mix well. Add cooled mix, chopped celery, onion, and crab.
  • 3. Mix well.
  • 4. Put in mold or bowl and refrigerate until set.
  • 5. Serve with party bread, crackers, or chips.

Tips:

  • Use fresh lump crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients.
  • Add a little bit of lemon juice or white wine to the spread for a brighter flavor.
  • Garnish the spread with fresh herbs or chopped nuts for a pop of color and flavor.
  • Serve the spread with crackers, bread, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Michele's crab spread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, delicate crab flavor, and customizable ingredients, this spread is sure to be a hit with your guests. Whether you are serving it at a party, potluck, or simply as a snack, this crab spread is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

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