Red Lobster's Crab Au Gratin

Indulge in the irresistible decadence of Red Lobster's Crab Au Gratin, a creamy, cheesy masterpiece that brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen. This luxurious dish features tender lump crab meat folded into a velvety cheese sauce made with sharp cheddar and Parmesan, enhanced with warm notes of paprika and a hint of dry mustard for depth. Topped with buttery, golden panko breadcrumbs for a delightful crunch, this baked seafood gratin is perfect as a show-stopping appetizer or an elegant side dish. Ready in under 45 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for crab lovers seeking comfort food with gourmet flair. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley for added freshness, and savor every bubbling bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lump crab meat
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 1.5 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons Dry mustard powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Once the butter has melted, add the flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Ensure it does not brown.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the whole milk and heavy cream while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 6

Lower the heat and stir in the cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.

Step 7

Add the paprika, dry mustard powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Gently fold in the lump crab meat, being careful not to break it apart too much.

Step 9

Transfer the mixture to a greased 2-quart baking dish or individual ramekins for single servings.

Step 10

In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon of melted butter (optional) for extra crispness.

Step 11

Sprinkle the buttery breadcrumbs evenly over the crab mixture.

Step 12

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly for 5 minutes.

Step 14

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm as an appetizer or a decadent side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1264.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2415.4

Total Fat 172.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 748.1mg	0%
Sodium 5009.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 61.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.7g
Protein 157.0g	0%

Vitamin D 197.0IU	0%
Calcium 2459.6mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 2478.4mg	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: 64.0%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 10.1%