Crab Meat Au Gratin Recipe

Name: Crab Meat Au Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb crabmeat, white (from body); 3 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped (or scallions); 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups milk; 1 egg yolk, well beaten; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard; 3/4 cup grated American cheese (or Cheddar); 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs; 1 dash white pepper; 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, extra for topping; 1 dash cayenne pepper; 1 dash paprika

Servings: persons

1 lb crabmeat, white (from body)
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped (or scallions)
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
1 egg yolk, well beaten
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard
3/4 cup grated American cheese (or Cheddar)
1 pinch ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 dash white pepper
1/4 cup cheddar cheese, extra for topping
1 dash cayenne pepper
1 dash paprika

1
In a heavy saucepan, over moderate heat, melt butter, add onions and celery.
2
Cook, stirring occasionally until onions are soft and transparent but not brown.
3
Stir in the flour, blend well.
4
Add milk, stirring constantly until smooth.
5
Add pepper, nutmeg, mustard and cheese.
6
Take pot away from heat.
7
Beat egg yolk and lemon juice.
8
Then add crabmeat, mix well.
9
Butter baking pan or individual baking dishes.
10
Add onion/cheese mixture to baking pan.
11
Pour egg mixture over all.
12
Combine cheese and breadcrumbs, sprinkle over top of mixture, then add dash of paprika.
13
Bake at 350 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes until top is au gratin, brown and crusty.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb crabmeat, white (from body), 3 tablespoons butter, 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped (or scallions), 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Crab Meat Au Gratin 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.

Crab Meat Au Gratin

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