Ingredients
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter, divided3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon paprika1/2 cup half-and-half cream1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed or 2/3 cup chopped imitation crabmeat1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained and chopped1-1/2 teaspoons minced chives1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 tablespoon dry bread crumbsAssorted crackers and fresh vegetables
Preparation
In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in the flour, salt and paprika until smooth. Gradually add the cream, milk and wine. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the crab, mushrooms and chives; heat through. Stir in cheese just until melted.
Transfer to a greased shallow 1-qt. baking dish. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over crab mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly. Let stand 5 minutes. Serve with crackers and vegetables. If desired, sprinkle with additional minced chives.
