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Pappadeaux Crab and Spinach Dip

A creamy, cheesy seafood dip loaded with lump crab meat and spinach, baked to golden perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dip Base
  • 1 cup lump crab meat
  • 2 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Sauté garlic in butter, then cook spinach until wilted and drain excess moisture.
  3. Mix cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and cream until smooth.
  4. Add cheeses and seasonings, mixing well.
  5. Fold in crab meat and spinach gently.
  6. Transfer to baking dish and spread evenly.
  7. Bake 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  8. Cool slightly and serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh lump crab for best flavor and texture.