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Crab Grilled Cheese Recipe

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This Crab Grilled Cheese is a decadent twist on the classic sandwich, combining tender crab meat with melty Gruyere and Cheddar cheeses, seasoned with Old Bay and Dijon mustard for a flavorful, satisfying meal. Perfectly toasted sourdough bread encases the creamy, savory filling, making it an indulgent and delicious dish for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Crab Filling

  • ½ cup crab meat
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1½ teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1 heaping teaspoon minced green onions
  • ¼ cup shredded Gruyere cheese, plus extra for sprinkling
  • ¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, plus extra for sprinkling

Sandwich

  • 2–3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 slices sourdough bread

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crab mixture: In a small bowl, combine the crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, pepper, and minced green onions. Mix thoroughly and taste, adjusting seasoning if needed. Since most prepared crab meat is cooked, you can safely taste for balance of flavors.
  2. Incorporate the cheeses: Add the shredded Gruyere and Cheddar cheeses to the crab mixture. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated and well combined.
  3. Assemble the sandwich base: On two slices of sourdough bread, sprinkle a little extra shredded Gruyere cheese. This acts as a ‘glue’ to hold the filling together.
  4. Add crab filling: Evenly divide the crab mixture between the two cheese-topped bread slices, spreading it out evenly.
  5. Top with additional cheese: Sprinkle a little extra shredded Cheddar cheese over the crab mixture for extra melty cheesiness.
  6. Complete sandwich assembly: Place the remaining two slices of bread on top of the crab-topped slices. Press gently to compress the sandwich slightly, helping to hold all ingredients together.
  7. Heat the skillet and melt butter: Place a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat and melt 1 to 1½ tablespoons of butter, waiting until it is hot but not browned.
  8. Cook the first side: Place one sandwich in the hot skillet. Cook until the bread is golden brown, lifting occasionally to check progress and avoid burning. This should take a few minutes.
  9. Prepare to cook second side: Remove the sandwich temporarily and melt the remaining butter in the skillet.
  10. Flip and cook second side: Flip the sandwich over so the untoasted side is down, and place it back in the skillet. Cook until this side is golden brown and the cheese inside has melted. Adjust heat if the bread is browning too quickly.
  11. Serve: Remove the sandwich from the skillet, cut in half, and serve immediately while hot and gooey.

Notes

  • Use fresh or high-quality canned crab meat for best flavor.
  • Adjust Old Bay seasoning and pepper to personal taste preferences.
  • Gruyere and Cheddar cheeses melt well, but feel free to substitute with similar cheeses if needed.
  • Medium to medium-high heat is key to ensure bread crisps without burning.
  • Pressing the sandwich gently before cooking helps the filling bind better.
  • Serve with a side salad or chips for a complete meal.

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