Description

This Creamy Crab-Stuffed Bread Bowl features a rich, cheesy crab filling inside a warm sourdough bread loaf. Made with lump crabmeat, cream cheese, Parmesan, and Old Bay seasoning, this indulgent dish is perfect for gatherings or a cozy dinner. Easy to prepare and customize, it offers a deliciously creamy and flavorful seafood experience.

Ingredients

1 large round sourdough bread loaf

1 lb lump crabmeat, drained and picked clean

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup finely chopped green onions

1/4 cup finely chopped celery

1 tsp Old Bay seasoning

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp lemon juice

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 tbsp chopped parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Bread Bowl
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the top off the sourdough loaf and hollow out the center, leaving about a 1-inch thick shell. Set aside the removed bread for later use.
Make the Crab Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine crabmeat, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, green onions, celery, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, lemon juice, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Stuff the Bread Bowl
Spoon the crab mixture into the hollowed sourdough loaf and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake
Place the stuffed bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the filling is heated through.
Garnish and Serve
Let the bread bowl cool slightly before garnishing with chopped parsley. Slice the bread bowl into wedges and serve warm.

Notes

Seafood Swap: Use cooked shrimp or lobster instead of crab for variety.

Cheese Options: Try Monterey Jack or Gruyère instead of cheddar for a different flavor.

Make Ahead: You can prepare the stuffed bread bowl a day in advance and refrigerate before baking.

Bread Use: Don’t throw away the hollowed-out bread. It’s perfect for dipping or toasting as a side.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Seafood, Comfort Food
Method: Baking, Mixing
Cuisine: American