Aunt Lou'S Blue Crab Quiche Recipe

Name: Aunt Lou'S Blue Crab Quiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. blue crab meat (fresh is best); 1 (9-inch) deep dish pie shell; 1/2 c. chopped green onion; 1/2 c. sliced fresh mushrooms or 2 oz. canned, drained; 2 Tbsp. butter, melted; 4 eggs, beaten; 1 1/4 c. half and half cream; 2 Tbsp. chopped parsley; 2 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. pepper; dash of paprika; 1 Tbsp. dry sherry

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. blue crab meat (fresh is best)
1 (9-inch) deep dish pie shell
1/2 c. chopped green onion
1/2 c. sliced fresh mushrooms or 2 oz. canned, drained
2 Tbsp. butter, melted
4 eggs, beaten
1 1/4 c. half and half cream
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley
2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
dash of paprika
1 Tbsp. dry sherry

1
Rinse and drain crab meat.
2
Remove any shell pieces.
3
Cook onion and mushrooms in butter until tender.
4
Combine crab meat, onion, mushrooms, eggs, cream, parsley, salt and pepper.
5
Bake pie shell in hot oven (450u00b0) for 7 minutes.
6
Pour ingredients into pie shell.
7
Sprinkle dash of paprika on top.
8
Top with 1/4 cup Swiss cheese, grated.
9
Bake at 350u00b0 for 50 minutes to 1 hour.
10
Let stand 10 minutes.

312

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. blue crab meat (fresh is best), 1 (9-inch) deep dish pie shell, 1/2 c. chopped green onion, 1/2 c. sliced fresh mushrooms or 2 oz. canned, drained, and more.

Yes, Aunt Lou'S Blue Crab Quiche falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Aunt Lou'S Blue Crab Quiche

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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