Crabmeat Cobbler Recipe

Name: Crabmeat Cobbler
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter; ½ cup green onion, chopped; ½ cup celery, chopped; ¼ cup pimiento, chopped; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 cup half-and-half; 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh; salt, to taste; cayenne, to taste; 1 lb crabmeat, lump, picked over for shells and cartilage; 8 biscuits, flaky, refrigerator-style (uncooked); ¼ cup white cheddar cheese, aged, grated

Servings: persons

4 tablespoons butter
½ cup green onion, chopped
½ cup celery, chopped
¼ cup pimiento, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup half-and-half
2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
salt, to taste
cayenne, to taste
1 lb crabmeat, lump, picked over for shells and cartilage
8 biscuits, flaky, refrigerator-style (uncooked)
¼ cup white cheddar cheese, aged, grated

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2
Melt the butter in a medium-size saucepan over medium heat.
3
Add the green onions, celery and pimentos and cook, stirring, until the vegetables are just soft, about 6 minutes.
4
Blend in the flour.
5
Slowly add the half-and-half, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thick and creamy.
6
Add the lemon juice and season with salt and cayenne.
7
Gently stir in the crabmeat.
8
Spoon the mixture into a lightly greased oval baking dish.
9
Arrange the biscuits over the mixture and bake until they are golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
10
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the grated cheese.
11
Let sit for a few minutes while the cheese melts.
12
Serve warm.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 tablespoons butter, ½ cup green onion, chopped, ½ cup celery, chopped, ¼ cup pimiento, chopped, and more.

Yes, Crabmeat Cobbler 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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Crabmeat Cobbler

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