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Crab Melt Sandwiches

Name: Crab Melt Sandwiches
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 6 English muffins, split; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 large egg yolks; 1 green onion, finely chopped; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground mustard; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; Dash hot pepper sauce; 1 cup lump crabmeat, drained

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

12 servings

Updated: Apr. 24, 2022

This open-faced classic is irresistible! Melty flavors and the golden appearance make the sandwich a hit at luncheons for all ages, or you could serve it as part of a light dinner. —Verla Stapleton, Cibolo, TX

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Ingredients

6 English muffins, split
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 large egg yolks
1 green onion, finely chopped
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash hot pepper sauce
1 cup lump crabmeat, drained

Directions

Brush muffins with butter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until toasted.
In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, egg yolks, onion and seasonings. Fold in crab. Spread 3 tablespoons crab mixture over each muffin half.
Broil for 2-3 minutes or until tops are golden brown.

Can you freeze Crab Melt Sandwiches?

Cover and freeze uncooked crab-topped muffins in a single layer for up to 2 months. Place frozen muffins on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes, then broil for 5 minutes or until tops are golden brown.

Test Kitchen tips

The egg yolks add a richness to the crab mixture that makes these taste special.

The crab mixture can be made ahead and chilled until you're ready to assemble and broil the sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

1 English muffin half: 230 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.

Crab Melt Sandwiches

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