Crab Dip Tips
Can you bake crab dip in a dish instead of a bread bowl?
Yes! You can bake crab dip in a dish instead of a bread bowl. Just be sure to grease the dish before adding the dip, and bake it at the same temperature for the same amount of time.
How can you make this crab dip recipe your own?
Instead of canned or imitation crab, you can use fresh crab meat. To make this crab dip a bit spicier, stir in a can of diced green chiles or add a few dashes of hot sauce. Or, replace the cheddar cheese with mozzarella. If you’re feeling ambitious, try your hand at a homemade bread bowl instead of a store-bought round loaf.
Can you make this crab dip recipe ahead of time?
The bread can be filled earlier and refrigerated for up to 1-1/2 hours; just be sure to remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. If you’re not baking the crab dip in the bread bowl, you can make the dip a few hours before serving and refrigerate until ready to bake. If you liked this recipe, try other recipes to make in a bread bowl and even more crab recipes.
—Julie Schnittka, Taste of Home Senior Editor
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