Description
This creamy, flavorful dip combines shrimp, crab meat, spinach, and a blend of cheeses, making it a perfect appetizer for any gathering. The Old Bay seasoning and red pepper flakes add a subtle kick to the rich and savory dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Stir in the shrimp, crab meat, spinach, Parmesan cheese, green onions, garlic, Old Bay seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve hot with crackers, sliced baguettes, or tortilla chips.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easier mixing.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to taste for spiciness.
- Fresh spinach works best, but you can use frozen spinach if thawed and drained thoroughly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg