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Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Combine the base: In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and light mayonnaise until smooth.
Add flavoring: Stir in the Old Bay seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, dry mustard, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly.
Fold in crab meat: Gently fold in the lump crab meat, being careful not to break up the pieces.
Add half the shredded cheddar cheese to the mix.
Prepare to bake: Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish. Smooth the top and sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly.
Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Garnish: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chives or parsley, and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.
Serve: Enjoy warm with baked pita chips or crisp vegetable sticks for dipping.
Methods
Blending: Ensures all the creamy elements (cream cheese, yogurt, and mayo) are smooth for an even consistency.
Folding: Be gentle with the crab meat to maintain its lump texture, which enhances the luxurious feel of the dip.
Baking: Heating the dish until the cheese melts creates a bubbly, golden top, giving it an irresistible appearance and flavor.
Garnishing: Fresh herbs like chives or parsley add brightness and contrast to the rich, creamy dip
Blending the Base
Start by combining softened cream cheese, non-fat Greek yogurt, and light mayonnaise in a mixing bowl.
Use a hand mixer or spatula to ensure a smooth and creamy texture. This step creates the perfect base for your dip.
Incorporating Seasonings
Add Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, and a splash of lemon juice. Mixing these well ensures the flavors are evenly distributed throughout the dip for a bold and zesty taste.
Folding in the Crab Meat
Carefully fold in the lump crab meat using a spatula. Be gentle to preserve the texture of the crab meat. Keeping the crab pieces intact gives the dip a luxurious, chunky feel.
Layering with Cheese
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