Classic Hot Crab Dip For A Crowd

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with luscious crab meat, this dip is a showstopper. Scoop it up with crispy crackers or toasted baguette slices and get ready for a flavor explosion that will keep everyone coming back for more.

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 325˚F (160˚C).

2. 2

   Melt the butter in a medium pan over medium-low heat. Add the onion, garlic, and salt. Cook for 12-15 minutes, until the onions are caramelized. Remove from heat and transfer to a small bowl to cool completely.

3. 3

   Using a fine-mesh strainer, drain crab meat over a bowl.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Worcestershire, hot sauce, Old Bay, and lemon juice. Using an electric mixer, beat together until well combined. With a flexible spatula, fold in the onion mixture, ¾ cup (75 grams) cheddar cheese, and the crab meat.

5. 5

   Transfer the dip to a 1-quart baking dish. Top evenly with the remaining cheddar cheese.

6. 6

   Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the mixture is just beginning to bubble around the edges and the cheese is melted.

7. 7

   Heat the broiler to low. Broil dip for 3 minutes, until the whole surface is bubbling and browned. Remove the dip from the oven. Let cool for at least 15 minutes, until set.

8. 8

   Garnish the dip with Old Bay and chives. Serve with carrot sticks, celery sticks, crackers, and crostini.

9. 9

   Enjoy!

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