My Favorite Crab-meat Gratin Recipe

Name: My Favorite Crab-meat Gratin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons minced carrots; 2 tablespoons minced celery; 2 tablespoons minced red bell peppers; 1 tablespoon minced green bell pepper; 2 large mushrooms, minced; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; ½ cup chicken broth; ¼ cup dry vermouth or ¼ cup dry white wine (I prefer wine); ¼ teaspoon crumbled dried tarragon; ½ cup heavy cream; 12 lb fresh lump crabmeat, picked over; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; salt and pepper, to taste; ⅛ cup grated cheddar cheese; ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; parsley (to garnish)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons minced carrots
2 tablespoons minced celery
2 tablespoons minced red bell peppers
1 tablespoon minced green bell pepper
2 large mushrooms, minced
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
½ cup chicken broth
¼ cup dry vermouth or ¼ cup dry white wine (I prefer wine)
¼ teaspoon crumbled dried tarragon
½ cup heavy cream
12 lb fresh lump crabmeat, picked over
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper, to taste
⅛ cup grated cheddar cheese
¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
parsley (to garnish)

1
In a small heavy saucepan, over moderate heat, melt butter and cook carrot, celery, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, mushrooms, and crushed red pepper for about 2 minutes.
2
Add chicken broth, vermouth or wine, and tarragon and boil mixture until liquid is reduced to about 1 Tablespoon.
3
Add cream and boil sauce until thickened- about 1-2 minutes.
4
Stir in crab meat, lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste, and divide mixture between two one cup shallow baking dishes.
5
Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and top with Parmesan.
6
Broil gratin about 4 inches from heat until bubbling and golden- about 2 minutes.
7
Let stand for about 5 minutes and sprinkle with parsley.

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons minced carrots, 2 tablespoons minced celery, 2 tablespoons minced red bell peppers, 1 tablespoon minced green bell pepper, and more.

Yes, My Favorite Crab-meat 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

My Favorite Crab-meat Gratin

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My Personal Notes

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