Description
A warm, creamy, cheesy seafood filling baked inside a crusty bread bowl—rich, comforting, and perfect for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 large round bread loaf (sourdough or Italian)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup cooked crab meat or imitation crab, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the top off the bread loaf and hollow out the inside, leaving a thick shell to hold the filling.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft. Stir in garlic.
- Add chopped shrimp and crab; cook 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add heavy cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer until thick and creamy, about 3–4 minutes.
- Spoon the seafood mixture into the bread bowl.
- Place the filled bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake 15–20 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot. Use the bread top and extra bread pieces for dipping.
Notes
- Use lobster meat for a more luxurious option.
- Toast the inside of the bread bowl before filling for added sturdiness.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American