Spicy Crab Dip

Name: Spicy Crab Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 cups.
Cuisine: North America, Cajun
Ingredients: 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons dried minced onion; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons white wine or white grape juice; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional; 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional; 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed; 1 pound imitation crabmeat, chopped; Assorted crackers or fresh vegetables

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 15 min. YIELD: 4 cups.

With cayenne pepper and hot sauce (both optional), this delicious dip doubles up on the heat. Chock-full of crabmeat, this appetizer feels special, yet it only takes minutes to prepare. —Carol Forcum, Marion, Illinois

Ingredients

1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons white wine or white grape juice
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, optional
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed
1 pound imitation crabmeat, chopped
Assorted crackers or fresh vegetables

Directions

1. In a food processor, combine the first 8 ingredients. Cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a large microwave-safe bowl. Stir in crab; mix well.
2. Cover and microwave on high until bubbly, 2-3 minutes. Serve warm with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

2 tablespoons: 82 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 133mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.

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