Crab and Avocado Melts
Indulge in the luxurious simplicity of these Crab and Avocado Melts. This dish marries the sweet, delicate flavor of flaked crab meat with the rich creaminess of ripe avocado. The mixture is bound with tangy sour cream and mayonnaise, adding a smooth texture that contrasts beautifully with the crisp crunch of cooked bacon and fresh green bell peppers. Piled high on toasted English muffins and crowned with melted Cheddar cheese, each bite offers a perfect balance of savory, creamy, and smoky notes. The broiler quickly melts the cheese to a golden perfection, creating a warm, gooey finish that is irresistible. These melts are an ideal choice for a casual brunch, a light lunch, or an elegant appetizer for summer gatherings. They require minimal effort but deliver maximum flavor, making them a standout favorite for seafood lovers and avocado enthusiasts alike.
Description
Indulge in the luxurious simplicity of these Crab and Avocado Melts. This dish marries the sweet, delicate flavor of flaked crab meat with the rich creaminess of ripe avocado. The mixture is bound with tangy sour cream and mayonnaise, adding a smooth texture that contrasts beautifully with the crisp crunch of cooked bacon and fresh green bell peppers. Piled high on toasted English muffins and crowned with melted Cheddar cheese, each bite offers a perfect balance of savory, creamy, and smoky notes. The broiler quickly melts the cheese to a golden perfection, creating a warm, gooey finish that is irresistible. These melts are an ideal choice for a casual brunch, a light lunch, or an elegant appetizer for summer gatherings. They require minimal effort but deliver maximum flavor, making them a standout favorite for seafood lovers and avocado enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 can (6 ounces) crab meat, rinsed, drained and flaked
- 1/3 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 avocados, seeded, peeled and sliced
- 5 English muffins, split and lightly toasted
Directions
- 1 In a large bowl, combine 1 cup of the shredded Cheddar cheese, flaked crab meat, chopped green bell pepper, crumbled bacon, sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Spoon the crab mixture evenly onto the toasted English muffin halves.- 3
Top each muffin half with avocado slices and the remaining 2 cups of shredded Cheddar cheese.- 4
Broil for 3 to 5 minutes, or just until the cheese is melted and bubbly.NoteFor best results, use fresh lump crab meat instead of canned if available.
Avocados brown quickly; slice them just before assembling the melts.
These melts are best served immediately after broiling.
Substitute smoked gouda for the Cheddar for a different flavor profile.
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