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Crab and Spinach and Artichoke Dip

This easy crab spinach and artichoke dip is made with tender lump crab, fresh spinach, jarred artichokes, a blend of shredded cheeses and a small amount of cream cheese. It's prepared on the stovetop and ready in just 25 minutes!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time25 mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 477kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons dijon
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese 8 ounces shredded
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella 6 ounces, shredded
  • 10 ounce package fresh baby spinach
  • 6 ounce jar of marinated artichokes
  • 1 pound lump crab meat

Instructions

  • Melt butter over medium heat. Once fully melted, turn the flame down low and whisk in the flour.  Add the heavy cream ¼ cup at a time until the mixture is smooth and thick.
  • Stir in the worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard and black pepper, then add the cream cheese. Keep stirring until the cream cheese is fully melted. You can turn the flame up slightly for this step.
  • Add a few handfuls of spinach at a time rather than adding it all at once. As the spinach wilts, it will be easier to fit more in the pan. Mix the spinach until its's evenly coated.
  • Turn flame really low and stir in the artichoke and crab meat. Stir carefully until the crab and artichokes are covered. Try not to break up the lumps of crab meat or the artichokes.
  • Turn the flame off and stir in the parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. The heat from the hot dip will melt the cheese. 
  • Transfer the crab and spinach dip to a baking dish or leave it in the cast iron skillet. Place under the broiler for 5-6 minutes, or just until the cheese is slightly browned on top.
  • Let the dip cool just slightly and serve with crostini, crackers, warm bread or in a bread bowl!

Notes

  • Look for hand-picked lump crab meat. This variety contains fewer shell pieces and remnants, if any at all.
  • Stir gently when adding in the artichokes and crab meat. You'll want to keep them as in-tact as possible.
  • Watch closely while the dip is under the broiler and use a timer so it doesn't burn.
  • Store leftover spinach dip in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 1301mg | Potassium: 547mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 5960IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 380mg | Iron: 2mg