Crowd Pleasing Crab Dip

Makes 8 servings

cuisine: American

meal type: Entrée

technique: Baked

This easy and delicious dip is perfect for your holiday gatherings. Spread on thinly sliced whole grain baguette slices or whole grain crackers.



One 10-ounce box frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and well drained 8 ounces fresh crabmeat or two 6-ounce cans crabmeat, drained 1 cup pre-shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese ½ cup light canola mayonnaise 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Combine the spinach, crabmeat, cheese, mayonnaise, and Old Bay seasoning in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Spread mixture evenly in a small shallow casserole dish and top evenly with the Parmesan cheese. Bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and browned on top.

Source: Janice Newell Bissex, MS, RD & Liz Weiss, MS, RD Cofounders, Meal Makeover Moms.com

130 calories; 8g fat (2g saturated); 350mg sodium; 4g carbohydrates; 1g fiber; 11g protein; 90% vitamin A; 15% vitamin C; 20% calcium; 225mg potassium