This Hot Crab Dip is satisfying and stays hot for guests while awaiting a meal, since it is served in a cast iron skillet. Layers of cheese, real crab meat, and the topping of scallions make this dish fresh and easy.
juice of one half lemonor approximately 1 tablespoon
2largescallions chopped
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 350 F. Set aside 1/4 cup of cheddar and Colby Jack cheese for topping.
Combine crab meat, cream cheese, mayo, sour cream, garlic, smoked paprika, and salt in a bowl.
Fold in the shredded cheese and lemon.
Spoon and flatten the mixture into a skillet or oven-safe casserole dish. Top with reserved cheese. Bake for approximately 25 minutes in the middle of the oven until mixture is bubbly.
Turn oven to broil and move dish to upper 1/3 of the oven. Broil for 5 minutes or until top is golden brown in spots.
Remove from oven and top with fresh chopped scallions. Serve immediately with crostinis, chips, or vegetables.