Company Crab Casserole

Elevate your dinner table with this indulgent Company Crab Casserole, a creamy and decadent dish that's perfect for entertaining or treating yourself to an upscale comfort food experience. Featuring tender lump crab meat and al dente egg noodles enveloped in a luscious, cheddar-infused béchamel sauce with a touch of Dijon mustard and lemon for brightness, this casserole is as sophisticated as it is satisfying. Finished with a golden, buttery panko-parmesan topping and fresh parsley, this oven-baked delight offers a luxurious blend of textures and flavors in every bite. Ready in just under an hour and serving six, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser for special occasions or weeknight indulgence. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe combines the ease of a one-dish meal with the elegance of crab, making it an irresistible addition to your recipe rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 ounces lump crab meat
• 8 ounces uncooked egg noodles
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

Cook the egg noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden and bubbly.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Add the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in the cooked egg noodles and lump crab meat, being careful not to break up the crab pieces too much.

Step 7

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1797.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3916.6

Total Fat 239.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 140.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 1133.6mg	0%
Sodium 6893.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 233.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.1g
Protein 199.1g	0%

Vitamin D 262.7IU	0%
Calcium 2875.5mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 3315.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 24.0%