Description
his Cracked Crab Cheese Bread is the perfect savory appetizer or party dish, packed with creamy cheese, crab, and a savory blend of flavors baked into a warm, crispy bread loaf
Ingredients
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1 round loaf of sourdough or French bread (about 8–10 inches in diameter)
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8 oz cream cheese (softened)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheese blend)
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1 cup lump crab meat (cooked and drained)
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Paprika (for garnish)
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Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the bread: Cut the top off the round loaf of bread and carefully hollow out the inside, leaving about 1 inch of bread on the sides and bottom. Set the hollowed-out bread aside. You can tear the removed bread into pieces for serving or use it in another dish.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, lump crab meat, mayonnaise, chopped green onions, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
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Stuff the mixture into the hollowed-out bread, pressing down gently to pack it in.
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Place the stuffed bread on a baking sheet and cover the top with aluminum foil.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is hot and bubbly.
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Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden and slightly crispy.
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Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle paprika and fresh parsley on top for garnish.
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Serve warm, with the reserved bread pieces or crackers for dipping.
Notes
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Make sure to drain the crab meat well to avoid excess moisture in the filling.
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If you prefer a spicier kick, you can add a dash of hot sauce to the filling.
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You can also use a cheese blend of your choice to vary the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg