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Bunch's Crab Casserole

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"This is my grandmother's recipe - 'Bunch' is short for 'Honeybunch,' our pet name for her. It is always a huge hit and it can be constructed the night before if need be. Just allow a little extra cooking time since the dish will be cold from refrigeration." — Frances S.

Directions

Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Lightly grease an 11x7 inch baking dish.
In a bowl, combine the chopped eggs, heavy cream, mayonnaise, onion, parsley, and sherry. Reserve 1/2 cup of the stuffing mix and add the rest to the egg mixture. Stir in the crabmeat.
Pour the mixture into prepared baking dish and sprinkle the reserved stuffing on top. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes or until bubbly and slightly browned on top.

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PREP 20 mins
COOK 45 mins
READY IN 1 hr 15 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Oct 15, 2003

I made this recipe for Christmas Eve dinner -- I must admit, it was the best crab casserole that I have ever had. I did use lump crab meat and would suggest that to anyone making this dish.

—SANDRA TOMLINSON

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Mar 17, 2005

Can I give zero stars? Negative stars? This was so dissapointing and I hate to say it, but gross. This must be a hate it or love it kind of recipe. I relate to the woman who said she had to throw the leftovers away. We didn't even get that far. We couldn't even choke it down and I found myself making another meal. All my husband could taste was egg and mayonaise, and I decreased the amount of mayonaise. We couldn't taste the stuffing or the crab. There's another recipe for stuffed halibut that uses stuffing and crab, and it's amazing. I recommend doing a search and using it instead.

—Kamma

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14 Ratings

Sep 08, 2003

WOW! Served this at a ladies' luncheon and it was a huge hit. "Easy" doesn't begin to describe the simplicity of this one. I used canned crab (claw meat) and Miracle Whip instead of plain mayo to bring out more of the crab mild flavor (which it did). Such an elegant dish--and my teen daughter ate the leftovers!

—GENESEOALUM

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Sep 08, 2003

I love crab in any form or fashion, but this was soooo awesome! I served it for a themed seafood brunch. Everyone really enjoyed this particular casserole. I made a few changes: I used one and a half pounds of crab, 1c mayo and 1/2c Miracle Whip, and tossed in some blanched asparagus spears which added to the color, texture and flavor of the dish. Thanks for a great one Francis.

—MAGGIE MCGUIRE

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Sep 08, 2003

loved it

—pteclaire

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Mar 02, 2005

This is good comfort food. Rich, satisfying and filling. Thanks to all of the other reviewers - I made adjustments according to your comments. I used only 1/4 c. of sherry and 1/2 c. of mayo and 1/2 c. of Miracle Whip. I baked it at 325 and sprinkled lemon juice over the top at the end. Broccoli almondine is a good accompianment.

—P41OH

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Aug 02, 2003

Excellent! I added a little shrimp to it also. A huge hit with everyone. Have used it cold on crackers as an appie, too!

—KAREN FINDLAY

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Jan 25, 2004

This had way too much mayonaise for me & my husband. Had to throw all the leftovers away.

—KRISTENCJOHNSON

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Nutrition

Calories
684 kcal
34%

Carbohydrates
20.4 g
7%

Cholesterol
220 mg
73%

Fat
58.1 g
89%

Fiber
0.7 g
3%

Protein
19 g
38%

Sodium
837 mg
33%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Bunch's Crab Casserole

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 684
Calories from Fat: 523

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 58.1g 89 %
Saturated Fat 19.5g 97 %
Cholesterol 220mg 73 %
Sodium 837mg 33 %
Potassium 381mg 11 %
Total Carbohydrates 20.4g 7 %
Dietary Fiber 0.7g 3 %
Protein 19g 38 %
** Sugars 2.7g
Vitamin A 24 %
Vitamin C 6 %
Calcium 14 %
Iron 16 %
** Thiamin 18 %
Niacin 59 %
Vitamin B6 26 %
Magnesium 18 %
Folate 42 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.