ARTICHOKE BOTTOMS STUFFED WITH CRABMEAT AU GRATIN

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Categories     Shellfish     Vegetable     Appetizer     Bake     Quick & Easy

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Artichoke Bottoms Stuffed with Crabmeat Au Gratin
2 (14 ounce) cans Artichoke bottoms
1 cup prepared Hollandaise sauce
1 lb. backfin crabmeat, picked
2 tsp. chopped red pepper
1 tsp. lemon zest
2 tsp. cayenne pepper or to taste
1 cup Monterrey Jack cheese, finely grated
Hollandaise Sauce:
2 egg yolks
2 tsp. champagne vinegar
2 Tbsp. half 'n half milk
1 stick butter, melted
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
¼ tsp. salt
Cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • For the Artichoke Bottoms Stuffed with Crabmeat Au Gratin: Directions: 1. In bowl combine the Hollandaise sauce, crabmeat, red bell pepper and lemon zest. Set aside. 2. Remove the artichokes from the can and drain on paper towel. 3. Fill each artichoke bottom with crabmeat mixture and top with the Monterrey Jack cheese. 4. Sprinkle a dash of cayenne pepper on top. 5. Bake in 450° oven for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Makes 10-14 artichoke bottom appetizers. Serves 6 as an appetizer or first course. For Hollandaise Sauce: Directions: 1. In a heatproof bowl, place the egg yolks and whisk in the vinegar and cream 2. Add a pinch of salt and dash of cayenne pepper 3. Place the bowl over a pot of very hot water, being sure the water does not boil. 4. Whisk the egg yolk mixture until it is thick like a heavy cream. 5. Add the butter, a little at a time, whisking constantly to blend. 6. Once all the butter is incorporated into the mixture, whisk in the lemon juice. 7. To keep warm, cover with foil and keep bowl over pot of warm water. Makes 1 cup

kamara gentry
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This recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers.


Daily Life
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This dish is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.


Charles Axsom
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your guests.


Jamsheer Aboobacker
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This is a delicious and elegant dish that's perfect for a special occasion.


Veronicah Atera
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This dish is a real crowd-pleaser. I've made it for parties and potlucks and it's always a hit.


miheb ghabi
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover crabmeat. The artichoke bottoms are a delicious and healthy addition.


Maruf Hossain Hridoy
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The artichoke bottoms are tender and the crabmeat filling is flavorful. The au gratin topping is the perfect finishing touch.


Little Dino
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I made this recipe for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best crab dish he's ever had.


Tiari Hanner
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The artichoke bottoms were cooked to perfection and the crabmeat filling was flavorful. The au gratin topping was the perfect finishing touch.


Virginie Dekobona
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The artichoke bottoms are stuffed with a delicious crabmeat filling and then topped with a creamy au gratin sauce.


Alphonce Loyi
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The artichoke bottoms were tender and the crabmeat was flavorful. The au gratin topping was the perfect addition.


Rafiq Latief
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The crabmeat and artichoke bottoms were a delicious combination, and the au gratin topping was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.