Description
Crab Alfredo-Stuffed Garlic Bread Boats are rich, creamy, and indulgent appetizers or main dishes made with garlicky bread filled with cheesy Alfredo sauce and tender crab meat. Perfect for gatherings, game nights, or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 large garlic bread loaves (French bread or hoagie-style)
- 1 cup cooked crab meat (lump or imitation)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice bread loaves lengthwise if needed and hollow out centers slightly. Arrange cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in heavy cream and cook for 3–5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan and half the mozzarella until melted and smooth. Add salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Gently fold in the crab meat until evenly distributed.
- Spoon the warm Alfredo-crab mixture into each loaf. Top with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and bread edges are golden.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, cool slightly, and slice to serve.
Notes
- Add spinach or artichokes to the sauce for a veggie twist.
- Use shrimp, lobster, or chicken instead of crab.
- Brush bread with extra garlic butter before filling for added flavor.
- Use mini baguettes for bite-sized party appetizers.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in foil at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/8 of recipe)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
