Creamy Crab and Noodle Delight
Creamy Crab and Noodle Delight
Serve the creamy crab and noodle casserole hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
This revamped crab and noodle casserole recipe offers a luxurious blend of creamy cheese, succulent crabmeat, and tender noodles, baked to perfection. Perfect for a cozy dinner at home, this dish is sure to impress with its rich flavors and comforting texture.
Ingrediënten
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ½ lb. pimiento cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 6 oz. cans crabmeat, drained
- 4 oz. small noodles cooked according to package instructions
- Ground nutmeg for topping
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 2-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a double boiler over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and pimiento cheese together, stirring until smooth and well combined.
- Stir in the heavy cream and continue to cook until the mixture is creamy and blended.
- Remove from heat.
- Add the drained crabmeat and cooked noodles to the cheese mixture, stirring until evenly combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the crab and noodle mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the top of the casserole with ground nutmeg for a flavorful touch.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve the creamy crab and noodle casserole hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair this creamy crab and noodle casserole with a light-bodied Chardonnay to complement its rich flavors.
Pair this creamy crab and noodle casserole with a light-bodied Chardonnay to complement its rich flavors.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 450 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 20 g | Fat: 30 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 2 g
