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Hot Crabmeat Sandwich
This Hot Crabmeat Sandwich recipe offers a rich, creamy filling layered on toasted English muffins and topped with sliced tomatoes and melted cheese. Featuring a savory blend of cream cheese, mayo, crab, and tangy seasonings like Worcestershire and lemon juice, it's a classic party appetizer or seafood lunch favorite. The recipe likely originated in mid-century American kitchens, where warm seafood spreads became a staple at bridge clubs, luncheons, and holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 50 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 oz crab meat
  • 6 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp onion (minced )
  • ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 6 drops Tabasco sauce
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 jar Old English Cheese spread
  • 3-4 Holland rusks (or English muffins split and toasted, Holland rusk)
  • 1-2 tomatoes (sliced)
  • 1 cup cheese (shredded, for topping)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Mix the Base

  • In a medium bowl, combine crab meat, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and minced onion.
  • Add Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.

Step 2: Add Cheese

  • Fold in the Old English Cheese spread until fully incorporated.

Step 3: Chill the Mixture

  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate the crab mixture overnight for best flavor.

Step 4: Assemble Sandwiches

  • Spread the crab mixture about ½ inch thick on each rusk or toasted English muffin half.

Step 5: Add Toppings

  • Place a slice of tomato on each prepared muffin and top with shredded cheese.

Step 6: Bake

  • Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  • Bake sandwiches on a baking sheet for 30 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Tips

  • Add a tablespoon of finely diced celery for crunch.
  • Use fresh lump crabmeat for a more luxurious result.
  • Substitute English muffins for Holland rusks if unavailable.
  • Add extra Tabasco for a spicy version.
  • Use shredded cheddar instead of Old English cheese if preferred.
  • Add a sprinkle of paprika before baking for color.
  • Serve as a hot appetizer for parties or brunch.
  • Swap Worcestershire for soy sauce for a slightly deeper flavor.
  • Add chopped parsley or chives for freshness.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 390mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 110mgIron: 0.7mg
Keyword appetizer, Crab, creamy, easy entertaining, nostalgic food, seafood spread, vintage recipes
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