Description
This creamy crab gratin is rich and flavorful, perfect as a romantic dinner or a special occasion dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb jumbo lump crab meat
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped shallots and garlic, sauté until translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in flour and whisk continuously to form a roux.
- Slowly pour in heavy cream, whisking to avoid lumps. Add cream cheese, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer until smooth.
- Stir in shredded cheddar and Gruyère cheeses. Let melt into a thick, creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently fold in the crab meat, keeping the lumps intact.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spoon mixture into ramekins or an oven-safe dish.
- Top with extra cheese, bake for 10–12 minutes until bubbly.
- Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
- Garnish with fresh chives and serve hot.
Notes
- This dish can be served as an appetizer or a main course.
- Ensure the crab meat is fresh for the best flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg