Cheesy Crab and Broccoli Recipe

Name: Cheesy Crab and Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups frozen broccoli, cut; 6 ounces imitation crabmeat or 6 ounces crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed; 1 tablespoon butter; 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; 1 cup skim milk; ¼ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated; 2 tablespoons round crackers, crushed (about 3 crackers)

Servings: persons

2 cups frozen broccoli, cut
6 ounces imitation crabmeat or 6 ounces crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon pepper
1 cup skim milk
¼ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons round crackers, crushed (about 3 crackers)

1
Cook the broccoli according to package directions; drain.
2
In 4 individual 14 to 16 ounce au gratin dishes or oval casseroles arrange broccoli and crab flavored fish pieces; set dishes aside.
3
For sauce, in medium saucepan melt the butter over medium-high heat.
4
Add mushrooms and garlic and cook about 4 minutes or until mushrooms are tender.
5
Stir in flour and pepper.
6
Stir in milk all at once.
7
Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly; remove from the heat.
8
Stir in cheddar cheese until melted.
9
Spoon sauce over broccoli and fish in dishes.
10
Cover dishes with foil.
11
Bake in 400 degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until bubbly.
12
(If desired, refrigerate casseroles for 2 to 24 hours.
13
To serve, bake, covered, in a 400 degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly)
14
Combine Parmesan cheese and crushed crackers; sprinkle over casseroles.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups frozen broccoli, cut, 6 ounces imitation crabmeat or 6 ounces crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed, 1 tablespoon butter, 2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Crab and Broccoli 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.

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Cheesy Crab and Broccoli

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