Savory Crab Cheesecake: A Decadent Delight for Crab Enthusiasts!
π Cook Time: 40 minutes
π Prep Time: 30 minutes
π Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
π Description: Unearthed from the archives, this Savory Crab Cheesecake recipe is a hidden gem, discovered and refined after a change in ownership. The initial version had some eyebrow-raising elements (a cup of Dijon mustard, really?), but fear not, as we’ve polished it to culinary perfection. Despite being an inherited treasure, I’m yet to savor the results personally. The previous curator left us with a note: “Hmmmm, this is a recipe I adopted… Caveat Emptor!” Let’s dive into the culinary adventure with caution!
π¦ Recipe Category: Crab
π Keywords: Savory, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 3/4 onion
- 1 garlic clove
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 cup light ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp country-style Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 cup eggs (approximately 4 eggs)
- 1 cup frozen crabmeat
- 1 cup fresh dill weed
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- πͺ Calories: 126.5
- π Fat Content: 7.2g
- π§ Saturated Fat Content: 4.1g
- π€ Cholesterol Content: 71.2mg
- π§ Sodium Content: 167mg
- π Carbohydrate Content: 5.3g
- πΎ Fiber Content: 0.3g
- π Sugar Content: 0.7g
- π Protein Content: 10g
π½οΈ Recipe Servings: 10
Instructions:
- π³ In a small skillet, sautΓ© the finely chopped onion and garlic in butter for about 5 minutes or until they reach a tender golden-brown state. Allow the mixture to cool.
- π Using an electric mixer, combine the light ricotta cheese, half-and-half, Dijon mustard, and all-purpose flour. Blend until the mixture achieves a smooth and velvety consistency.
- π₯ Add the eggs one at a time, blending thoroughly after each addition until the mixture is impeccably smooth.
- π¦ Gently fold in the frozen crabmeat, green onions, 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, and the cooled onion-garlic mixture.
- π° Pour this delightful batter into a lightly greased 9-inch springform pan, and generously sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese.
- π‘οΈ Bake the savory crab cheesecake at 350ΒΊ F for 40 minutes or until the center is perfectly set. Allow it to cool on a wire rack until it reaches room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator.
- π½οΈ Before serving, let the cheesecake stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. This brings out the full spectrum of flavors.
- π Serve this savory crab cheesecake as a spread on crackers for an appetizing experience that will tantalize your taste buds.
This recipe is a testament to the culinary evolution it has undergone, promising a symphony of flavors and textures that will make it a star in your repertoire. Dive in, savor the seafood goodness, and relish every bite of this reimagined Savory Crab Cheesecake! π¦π°π
