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Joe’s Famous Crab Dip Recipe

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Joe’s Famous Crab Dip is a creamy and flavorful appetizer featuring lump crab meat blended with cream cheese, cheddar, and a blend of tangy seasonings. Baked until bubbly and golden, this dip is perfect for parties and gatherings, served warm with crackers or bread.

Ingredients

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Crab Dip Ingredients

  • 1 lb lump crab meat, drained
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  3. Add Crab Meat: Gently fold in the lump crab meat into the cheese mixture, being careful to keep the lumps intact for texture.
  4. Prepare Baking Dish: Transfer the crab and cheese mixture into a baking dish and spread it evenly for consistent baking.
  5. Bake the Dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the dip is bubbly and golden brown on top.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top. Serve warm with crackers, pita chips, or fresh bread.

Notes

  • Drain the crab meat well to avoid a watery dip.
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the mixture.
  • Use a shallow baking dish for quicker, even baking.
  • This dip can be prepared a day ahead and baked just before serving.
  • Substitute cheddar cheese with pepper jack for a spicy twist.

Keywords: crab dip, baked crab dip, seafood appetizer, creamy crab dip, party dip, cheddar crab dip

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