Shrimp and Crab over Toasted Baguettes Recipe kchur

Name: Shrimp and Crab over Toasted Baguettes Recipe kchurchill5
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 oz of fresh shrimp diced fine (canned will work, but fresh is much better); 1 teaspoon of butter to saute shrimp; 6 oz cream cheese; 2 oz of lump or claw crab meat (canned is fine); 2 tablespoons brandy; 1 teaspoon fresh dill; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon, just a few drops of worcestershire; Hot sauce to taste, just a few drops; Salt and pepper to taste; 3 scallions chopped well, green parts only

Servings: persons

5 oz of fresh shrimp diced fine (canned will work, but fresh is much better)
1 teaspoon of butter to saute shrimp
6 oz cream cheese
2 oz of lump or claw crab meat (canned is fine)
2 tablespoons brandy
1 teaspoon fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon, just a few drops of worcestershire
Hot sauce to taste, just a few drops
Salt and pepper to taste
3 scallions chopped well, green parts only

1
In a saute pan melt 1 teaspoon of butter and add the shrimp diced and garlic and cook until done.
2
It will only take a few minutes.
3
Remove shrimp, cool and chop additionally if needed.
4
You want a fine chop.
5
In a bowl mix the shrimp with the cream cheese, brandy, worcestershire, hot sauce, s/p and fresh dill and mix will.
6
Cover and chill in the refrigerator for several hours.
7
Chop your crab meat and the scallions and set to the side.
8
Toast the baguettes with a little olive oil until slightly brown and top with the chilled shrimp mixture and top with a small spoon of crab and scallions as a garnish.

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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.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 oz of fresh shrimp diced fine (canned will work, but fresh is much better), 1 teaspoon of butter to saute shrimp, 6 oz cream cheese, 2 oz of lump or claw crab meat (canned is fine), and more.

Yes, Shrimp and Crab over Toasted Baguettes Recipe kchurchill5 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!

Shrimp and Crab over Toasted Baguettes Recipe kchurchill5

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