Rich and Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip with Garlic and Parmesan

Ingredients:

1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped

1/2 pound lump crab meat, picked over for shells

3 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained)

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup sour cream

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp unsalted butter

1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Juice of 1/2 lemon

Crusty bread, tortilla chips, or crackers for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium-sized baking dish.
2. Sauté Shrimp and Spinach:
   In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until just pink. Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted (if using fresh). Remove from heat.
3. Mix the Base:
   In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, 3/4 cup of the Parmesan, mozzarella, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
4. Combine Ingredients:
   Gently fold in the shrimp, spinach, and crab meat into the cheese mixture until well combined.
5. Assemble and Bake:
   Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
6. Serve:
   Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm with crusty bread, tortilla chips, or crackers.

Tips:

Use fresh lump crab for the best flavor.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Make ahead by assembling the dip, covering it, and refrigerating until ready to bake.

Brace yourself—this dip is dangerously addictive!