Crab Bake Supreme Recipe

Name: Crab Bake Supreme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tbsp (60 ml) butter (unsalted best); 1 tsp (5 ml) onion, finely chopped; 4 tbsp (60 ml) all purpose flour; 2 cups (475 ml) whole milk; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) celery salt; 1 tsp (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce (I use 1/4 tsp); dash of cayenne pepper (to taste, I use more); salt and pepper to taste; 1 egg yolk, beaten; 2 tbsp (30 ml) sherry (use a good one for best results); 1 cup (225 ml) soft bread crumbs (I like day old sourdough best); 2 cups (475 ml) crab meat (canned is alright, but fresh crab is awesome); 1 tbsp (15 ml) parsley, minced

Servings: persons

4 tbsp (60 ml) butter (unsalted best)
1 tsp (5 ml) onion, finely chopped
4 tbsp (60 ml) all purpose flour
2 cups (475 ml) whole milk
1/2 tsp (2 ml) celery salt
1 tsp (5 ml) Worcestershire sauce (I use 1/4 tsp)
dash of cayenne pepper (to taste, I use more)
salt and pepper to taste
1 egg yolk, beaten
2 tbsp (30 ml) sherry (use a good one for best results)
1 cup (225 ml) soft bread crumbs (I like day old sourdough best)
2 cups (475 ml) crab meat (canned is alright, but fresh crab is awesome)
1 tbsp (15 ml) parsley, minced

1
Heat oven to 400 degrees (200 C.).
2
Melt butter, add onion and cook over low heat until onion is lightly browned.
3
Add flour, blend together thoroughly.
4
Add milk and seasonings and cook until mixture has thickened, stirring occasionally.
5
Add egg yolk, stir, and remove saucepan from heat.
6
Add sherry and most of the bread crumbs, reserving a small portion to sprinkle over top of mixture.
7
Then add crab meat and parsley to the mixutre and gently blend.
8
Fill greased ramekins (individual casserole dishes).
9
Top with remaining bread crumbs.
10
Bake for 20 to 30 minutes until browned and bubbling.

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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.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tbsp (60 ml) butter (unsalted best), 1 tsp (5 ml) onion, finely chopped, 4 tbsp (60 ml) all purpose flour, 2 cups (475 ml) whole milk, and more.

Yes, Crab Bake Supreme 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!

Crab Bake Supreme

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