Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cooked crab meat (I like lump crab for texture)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Oven-safe baking dish
- Cheese grater (if you’re shredding cheese)
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
To kick things off, I preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C). While that’s heating up, I grab a mixing bowl and get to work. I start by combining the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until it’s smoothly blended. There’s something so satisfying about this step; the mixture becomes creamy and luscious, just waiting to embrace the flavors of the crab. Once everything is well mixed, I toss in the crab meat, cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and my beloved spices. I make sure to fold everything gently to keep some of that lovely crab texture intact. (See the next page below to continue steps…)