Crab Butter
photo by GaylaJ
- Ready In:
- 10mins
- Ingredients:
- 6
- Serves:
-
1
ingredients
- 1 (8 ounce) container cream cheese (room temperature)
- 3⁄4 cup butter (room temperature) or 3/4 cup margarine (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon minced onion
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, drained (can also use canned shrimp or chicken)
directions
- Cut cream cheese and butter into chunks.
- Microwave until smooth (usually 3 min med high. Extra 1 min high if needed).
- Remove from microwave and add remaining ingredients.
- Mixture will be liquid.
- Refrigerate overnight.
- Mix well before serving with crackers.
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Reviews
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WOW! This was so easy and so good! I added some fresh snipped chives for color but otherwise did not change the recipe. I was a little worried that the addition of butter would make it "greasy" but this was not the case. I had a small dinner party for family members that I have just recently met and made this as an appetizer. I garnished it with fresh parsley sprigs and lemon twists. It was a hit. It also seems to lend itself easily to additions of your choice. I think I will add a little shredded fresh horseradish and first try that version out on my husband. I highly recommend this recipe for the upcoming Holidays, when things get hectic with family and parties.
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This recipe was a super hit at our wedding reception! Many people wanted the recipe. I made the recipe exactly as the recipe called for except I was able to use fresh dungeness crab. I am certain that canned crab would be fine. It tasted great with both crackers and french bread baguettes. Be careful if you make it, it's addictive!
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Colleen M Schmehl
United States
October 16th, 2008:
Colleen passed away from cancer, after a 3 year long battle, on April 3, 2008. She was a fighter and did so until the end. She loved to cook and enjoyed Recipezaar. She has left behind a husband, who has always enjoyed helping out in the kitchen. She is survived by her daughter Steph, son in law Chris, a 3 y/o granddaughter Olivia, who she adored. Steph is pregnant with Colleen's 2nd grandchild, a girl, who is due in Feburary, which was a miracle suprise to her parents and most likely, a gift from Colleen. Her family wishes you to enjoy her recipes.
Posted by Liza @ Recipezaar on behalf of Colleen's family
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My name is Colleen M. I'm 50 yrs. young, married 30 years. My daughter is married and both she and her husband, Chris, are police officers. I enjoy gardening and being outside. An avid dog lover to the point I learned to train dogs in obedience. And have a soft spot for cats, too.