Reviewed: Jul. 2, 2003

I used imitation crab meat, but the big chunks of it fell apart even when more bread was added. After a couple attempts became a loose mess of imitation crab meat, I tossed the mixture into the food processor for a few pulses. When it was chopped into finer pieces, it formed into nice little cakes that cooked intact. They all tasted great, but the minced ones looked like real crabcakes.

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CHOPSUEYLOMAIN

Reviewed: May 17, 2003

This recipe will definately be a keeper. I made a big mistake - I used canned crabmeat and forgot to rinse it first - my crabcakes were salty! I will definately make it again and I know it will be great. My patties stayed together fine. I used a cast-iron pan and I believe that really makes a difference - it browned the crabcakes quickly and made an excellent crust - turning them over was no problem. Don't try turning the cakes over until you have a good crust and don't forget to rinse your canned crabmeat!

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anchrista

Reviewed: Apr. 29, 2003

Fantastic recipe. This was my first time making crab cakes and it was so easy. My husband begged for these on his birthday. I would suggest a little less Old Bay.

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CHEF RUBARB

Reviewed: Mar. 26, 2003

I did not like the flavor of this at all. I put the crab mixture in the refrigerator for an hour and the crab cakes still fell apart. My partner loved it, but I was not pleased.

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MISSDALEY615

Reviewed: Mar. 16, 2003

I orgininally made them exactly as stated in the recipe, but they wouldn't hold together at all. I added another piece of bread and another egg and it held together a little better, though some did break up during cooking. Next time I'll add more Old Bay Seasoning since the extra egg and bread made them a little bland, but I will try them again.

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Lisa

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Bartlesville, Oklahoma, USA

Reviewed: Mar. 4, 2003

My husband devoured the crabcakes, I thought they were alright, but am not much of a fan. Thank you John for this recipe.

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MONICA213

Reviewed: Feb. 15, 2003

The ingredients for this recipe sounded perfect. I read the reviews and felt it would be a great one. However, the crab cakes did not stay together when I put them in the pan. I removed them, added another egg, more bread crumbs before trying to cook them again. Even with the added add and bread, the Old Bay seasoning (which I love, usually) overpowered the crab cakes. I won't make these again!What were others thinking?

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Sara-Jane

Reviewed: Feb. 10, 2003

Really good. Not having ever made crab cakes, I was very skeptical, but they turned out good. Thanks.

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ilovetocook

Home Town: Dallas, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Feb. 7, 2003

This recipe was great and so incredibly easy I will make this again and again. My husband was super impressed. I made a remoulade sauce which went really well with these crab cakes.

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HOWARDALUM

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Feb. 6, 2003

These are wonderful! I was looking for an authentic, simple recipe that would highlight the flavor of a beautiful fresh Dungeness crab and I found it! I used egg substitute and and light whole wheat bread and seasoned salt instead of Old Bay (that's what I had on hand). Also just used a pan spray and a dab of light butter to cook them to reduce the fat. They are still some of the best I ever had. Thank you, John!

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