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Crab Delights

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"Have these as appetizers or a light lunch. Using English muffins and canned crab meat. You can store in freezer until ready to use, then cook them. This is also good with Clam Chowder for lunch or dinner. Enjoy!" — Ellen Chirichella

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Original recipe makes 8 to 10 servings Change Servings

1 (6 ounce) can crab meat, drained
5 ounces sharp processed cheese spread
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise

1 pinch garlic salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
6 English muffins, split in half

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Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine crabmeat, cheese spread, butter or margarine, mayonnaise, garlic salt, and parsley. Mix well, and spread on English muffins. Cut the muffins into quarters and arrange them on a cookie sheet.
Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 15 minutes. Broil the muffins for the last minute to get them toasted.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 15 mins
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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 25, 2004

I have made this yummy appetizer for at least 10-15 yrs. The only difference with my recipe is I use 1 can tiny shrimp. One 6 oz. jar Kraft olde english cheese in jar, 1 1/2 tsp. mayo, 1/2 tsp garlic salt and 1/2 cup butter melted.(must be butter). Blend all and stir in shrimp at end so they don't mushed. Top split english muffins and broil until golden then slice in quarters. Some times I use 1 less muffin to get a thicker topping. These are such a big hit, I always end up with an empty platter! Fabulous!! Thanks Ellen for sharing!

—awesome in tummy

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 07, 2003

I changed this recipe, because I didn't have an oven to warm this. I served it on a french baguette, which I warmed in the microwave for 15 seconds. Then I spread the crab mixture over the bread and warmed everything in the microwave for 2 minutes on the low setting. I took this to work and it was a hit. The crab mixture was outstanding.

—brutus

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Dec 15, 2003

This is a good treat to make up and then freeze. I shredded 'real' cheese and used 'real' crab meat from the legs. My 18 month old just loves these.

—RUBIES71

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Jan 25, 2004

This dish delivered! I had to make another batch to meet demand.

—DEEPDIVER

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Jan 25, 2004

I had these the other night at a Christmas buffet. They were just great! I asked the hostess for the recipe and I made a bunch today to serve for Christmas tomorrow. I hope mine taste as good as hers. So tasty and so easy to prepare..

—Laurie

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Jan 25, 2004

My mom used to make these, tastes just like hers! Works with tuna instead of crabmeat too. I make these as a starter if friends are coming for dinner - gives them something to nibble while I finish up in the kitchen. Always gone faster than I need them to be! A big hit with my seven year old also.

—TRICIAPAKING

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Jul 14, 2005

A great appetizer and so easy. I use shredded cheese rather then processed, and they turn out great!

—MBC

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Jan 25, 2004

This was so easy, and so good, that I will definitely make it again. I gave a few to a coworker at dinner and he wolfed them down. Thanks for a great recipe!

—JENSPARK

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Nutrition

Calories
217 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
18.3 g
6%

Cholesterol
40 mg
13%

Fat
11.7 g
18%

Fiber
1.4 g
5%

Protein
9.9 g
20%

Sodium
567 mg
23%

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

Nutritional Information

Crab Delights

Serving Size: 1/9 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 9
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 217
Calories from Fat: 106

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.7g 18 %
Saturated Fat 6g 30 %
Cholesterol 40mg 13 %
Sodium 567mg 23 %
Potassium 156mg 4 %
Total Carbohydrates 18.3g 6 %
Dietary Fiber 1.4g 5 %
Protein 9.9g 20 %
** Sugars 1.4g
Vitamin A 7 %
Vitamin C 4 %
Calcium 21 %
Iron 18 %
** Thiamin 18 %
Niacin 31 %
Vitamin B6 6 %
Magnesium 8 %
Folate 26 %

* 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.