Hot Crab Dip Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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12 ounces of crab meat from a can, well-drained.
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1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded.
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8 ounces of cream cheese, softened at room temperature.
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1/4 cup sour cream, freshly made.
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2 tablespoons freshly chopped green chives.
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1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated.
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper, ground.
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1 tablespoon lemon juice, squeezed from fresh lemons.
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1 minced garlic clove for flavor.
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1/2 cup smooth mayonnaise.
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire for a smoky kick.
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 350°F and be sure to have everything you’ll need close by.
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Use an electric hand mixer to blend together mayonnaise, cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, and sour cream until it’s fluffy.
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Stir in Parmesan, the crab meat, garlic, pepper, some of your mozzarella, and the chopped chives until it’s mixed together well.
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Spread the mixture in an oven-safe dish, sprinkle the rest of your mozzarella on top, and bake for about 25 minutes until the edges are bubbly.
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Serve while it’s toasty with a little extra chives sprinkled on top. Crushed wontons make a great garnish if you like.
# Notes:
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Tastes best fresh out of the oven while still hot and gooey.
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Can be assembled ahead of time and stored for 24 hours before baking.