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Baked Crab and Asparagus Spread

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When you want an elegant appetizer that will inspire raves, this delightful spread from Co+op Welcome to the Table delivers. 

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup chopped canned artichoke hearts
  • 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 6-ounce can lump crab meat, drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 8-ounce package Neufchâtel or cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan
  • 2 large pinches smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds

Method

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Heat the olive oil in a sauté pan, then add the asparagus, artichokes, tomatoes and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until asparagus is just tender. Remove from the skillet and place in a small, oiled baking dish. Stir in the crabmeat, and add salt and pepper.
  2. In a food processor, blend together the eggs, Neufchâtel and milk until fully incorporated. Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the crab and veggies, then top with Parmesan, smoked paprika and almonds. Bake uncovered on the middle rack in the oven for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve hot with toasted baguette slices or crackers.

Reprinted by permission from www.welcometothetable.coop/recipes. Find more recipes and information about your food and where it comes from at www.strongertogether.coop.