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Crab Tartlets Recipe

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These Crab Tartlets are a delightful appetizer featuring flaky frozen phyllo tart shells filled with a creamy mixture of lump crabmeat, cheese, and flavorful seasonings. Easy to prepare and perfect for entertaining, they bake to golden perfection in under 15 minutes, making them a quick and impressive starter for any occasion.

Ingredients

Crab Tartlets

  • 2 packages frozen phyllo tart shells
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp flour
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1 can (6 oz) lump crabmeat, drained
  • 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 Tbsp green onion, chopped
  • Optional: chopped Italian parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the proper temperature before baking the tartlets.
  2. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, flour, paprika, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Crab and Cheese: Gently fold in the drained lump crabmeat, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and chopped green onion to the egg mixture, taking care not to break up the crab too much.
  4. Fill Tart Shells: Spoon the prepared crab mixture evenly into the frozen phyllo tart shells, placing each filled tart on a cookie sheet to catch any spills during baking.
  5. Bake: Place the cookie sheet with tartlets in the preheated oven and bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the filling is set and the tart shells are golden and crisp.
  6. Serve: Remove from the oven and let the tartlets cool slightly. Serve warm, garnished with chopped Italian parsley if desired for added color and freshness.

Notes

  • Use fresh green onions for a subtle onion flavor; scallions work well as an alternative.
  • Make sure to drain the crabmeat thoroughly to avoid soggy tartlets.
  • The tartlets are best served warm but can be prepared ahead and gently reheated.
  • You can substitute Monterey Jack cheese with mozzarella or mild cheddar if preferred.
  • For extra flavor, a small squeeze of lemon juice can be added to the crab mixture before baking.

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