Bacon Crab Melt Panini Recipe

Name: Bacon Crab Melt Panini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons chopped celery; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard; coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper; 12 ounces lump crabmeat, drained well; 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, at room temperature; 8 slices sourdough or other rustic white bread, sliced from a dense bakery loaf; 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, sliced; 8 strips cooked bacon; 2 plum tomatoes (such as Roma), thinly sliced and seeded

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped celery
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces lump crabmeat, drained well
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter, at room temperature
8 slices sourdough or other rustic white bread, sliced from a dense bakery loaf
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
8 strips cooked bacon
2 plum tomatoes (such as Roma), thinly sliced and seeded

1
Heat the panini press to medium-high heat.
2
In a medium-size bowl, combine the mayonnaise, celery, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, Dijon mustard and salt and pepper to taste.
3
Stir in the drained crabmeat.
4
Spread butter on two slices of bread to flavor the outside of each sandwich.
5
Flip over one slice and top the other side with cheese, crab salad, bacon, tomatoes and more cheese.
6
Close the sandwich with the other slice of bread, buttered side up.
7
Grill two panini at a time, with the lid closed, until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted, 4 to 5 minutes.

653

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* 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.

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: 4 tablespoons mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons chopped celery, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning, and more.

Yes, Bacon Crab Melt Panini 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!

Bacon Crab Melt Panini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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