Maryland Is for Crabs Hors D Oeuvres
Bring the taste of the Chesapeake Bay to your table with these irresistible "Maryland Is for Crabs Hors D’Oeuvres." A savory blend of creamy cream cheese, lump crab meat, and a splash of zesty lemon juice comes together with bold Old Bay seasoning and a touch of Dijon mustard to create the ultimate seafood appetizer. These bite-sized delights are served on crisped baguette rounds, topped with buttery panko breadcrumbs for the perfect crunch, and baked to golden perfection. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish is an ideal choice for holiday parties, game-day gatherings, or any occasion where you want a touch of coastal elegance. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish and enjoy these warm, flavorful morsels that are sure to impress every seafood lover.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces lump crab meat
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 loaf French baguette, sliced into rounds
- 2 teaspoons parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and Dijon mustard. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the lump crab meat and chopped green onion, being careful not to break up the crab too much.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated.
Arrange the baguette slices on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly toast them in the oven for 5 minutes, just until slightly crisped.
Remove the toasts from the oven and spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crab mixture onto each slice.
Sprinkle the buttered panko breadcrumbs evenly over the crab-topped toasts.
Return the assembled hors d'oeuvres to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crab mixture is heated through and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm as a delicious appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1937 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.0 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.9 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 327 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 3342 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.9 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 81.3 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 393 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1292 mg | 28% | |
*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.
