Hot Crab Dip

Think you know crab dip? Not like this, you don’t! The blend of three styles of cheese, the perfect combination of seasonings, and succulent Canadian crab meat make this recipe a cut above the rest. And while it’s ideal for your poshest party, it’s equally at home for game or movie nights.

Prep time:

8-10 minutes
Cook time:

20-25 minutes
Makes:

2-4 Servings

Ingredients

1 can (120 g) Canadian chunk crab meat
½ cup (100 g) cream cheese, room temperature
¼ cup (63 ml) sour cream
¼ cup (63 ml) mayonnaise
½ cup (125 ml) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1 small shallot, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
1 tsp (5 ml) grainy Dijon mustard
1 tsp (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp Old Bay® seasoning
¼ cup (63 ml) shredded Parmesan Reggiano
Garnish:
½ tbsp chives, chopped

Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C)
In a medium bowl, mix all ingredients except Parmesan cheese and chives.
Transfer to a small (2–3 cup) oven-safe dish. Top with shredded Parmesan. Bake in oven for 15–20 minutes, or until edges are golden and bubbling.
Switch to broil for 2–3 minutes or until top is golden.
Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
Garnish with chives and serve with crostini, crackers, or vegetables.

For an alternative version or a second option for guests, use lobster meat instead of crab.
Greek yogurt or plain yogurt can be used in place of the sour cream.
You can easily double the recipe if hosting a larger party.
Don't have Monterey Jack cheese? Some good alternatives are Muenster, cheddar (preferably white), Havarti, or Colby.
If your Canadian crab meat is from a prepackaged container, drain well before proceeding with the recipe to ensure that the dip doesn't get too runny.