Crabmeat Stuffing

Ingredients

• 15 slices white bread
• 1 lb claw crabmeat
• 1 lb lump crabmeat
• 1 cup whipping cream
• 1/2 cup dry sherry
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
• 2 teaspoons hot sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2 cups shredded provolone cheese or shredded swiss cheese
• 3/4 cup minced celery
• 3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 5 green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise

Directions

1. 1

   Cut bread slices into 3/4-inch squares.

2. 2

   Place in a single layer on a baking sheet.

3. 3

   Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes or until lightly toasted.

4. 4

   Set aside.

5. 5

   Drain crabmeat, removing any bits of shell; set aside.

6. 6

   Bring whipping cream and sherry to a boil; boil 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Stir in Old Bay seasoning and next 5 ingredients.

8. 8

   Gradually add cheese, stirring until blended.

9. 9

   Set aside Saute celery, green bell pepper, and green onions in hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 5 minutes or until crisp-tender Combine bread cubes, crabmeat, cheese mixture, vegetables, and mayonnaise, tossing gently Spoon into a 13*9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.

10. 10

    Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until bubbly.