Garlic Bread Topped with Crab Meat and Spinach
Transform your appetizer game with this irresistible Garlic Bread Topped with Crab Meat and Spinach! This recipe elevates classic garlic bread by layering it with a creamy mixture of fresh crab meat and cream cheese, sautéed spinach, and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a gourmet touch. Perfectly golden and bubbling from the oven, these sliced baguette bites combine the richness of seafood with the savory allure of garlic butter and a hint of spice from optional chili flakes. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing creation is ideal for entertaining or as an indulgent snack. Serve it warm and garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor. Perfect for seafood lovers and garlic bread enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 French baguette
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Cooked crab meat
- 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette into 1-inch thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet.
In a small saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Mince 3 garlic cloves and add them to the melted butter. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then remove from heat.
Brush each baguette slice with the garlic butter. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups of fresh spinach and sauté until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then transfer to a plate.
In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of cooked crab meat, 4 tablespoons of cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper, and 0.25 teaspoons of chili flakes (if using). Mix until well combined.
Spread a small amount of the crab mixture onto each slice of baguette. Then, top with a small portion of the sautéed spinach.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges of the bread are golden brown.
Remove the garlic bread from the oven and let it cool for 2 minutes. Optionally, garnish with chopped parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.4 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.8 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 341 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 4570 mg | 199% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 74.9 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 510 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 993 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
