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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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Nothing shaves time from party preparations like a no-fuss appetizer. Kimberly McGuire's rich and flavorful seafood spread is the perfect example. The Dunlap, Illinois reader suggests serving it with crackers or toasted bread rounds. Ingredients:
1 teaspoon cornstarch |
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth |
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed |
2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed |
2 tablespoons half-and-half cream |
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley |
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
seafood seasoning or paprika, optional |
crackers and/or raw vegetables |
Directions:
1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cornstarch and the wine or broth until smooth. Add cream cheese. Cover and microwave on high for 45 seconds; stir. Microwave 45-75 seconds longer or until smooth and slightly thickened.
2. Stir in the crab, cream, parsley and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and microwave on high for 45 seconds; stir. Add cheddar cheese; heat 45-60 seconds longer. Stir until the cheese is melted. Sprinkle with seafood seasoning if desired. Serve with crackers and vegetables. Yield: about 3 cups.
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