Pimento Cheese & Crab Dip Recipe
available gf assorted crackers & accompaniments
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Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture
Crab Mixture
Accompaniments
Method
Preparation of Cheese Mixture
- 1
Soften the Cream Cheese
In a mixing bowl, allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature for about 15-20 minutes to soften.
- 2
Mix the Cheese Ingredients
Add the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, diced pimento peppers, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Combine all ingredients using a hand mixer or a spatula until well blended and creamy.
Preparation of Crab Mixture
- 3
Add Crab Meat
Gently fold the cooked crab meat into the cheese mixture, being careful not to break up the crab too much.
- 4
Add Lemon Juice and Parsley
Stir in the lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley, mixing until evenly distributed.
Serving the Dip
- 5
Chill the Dip
Cover the dip with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- 6
Prepare Accompaniments
Arrange the assorted gluten-free crackers and vegetable sticks on a serving platter.
- 7
Serve
After chilling, serve the pimento cheese and crab dip with the prepared accompaniments.
