The following two appetizer recipes come from my mother's recipe box and I have made them for years. When I was growing up, my parents entertained a lot, and my mother kept a box of her favorite menus along with the recipes for each dish. Whenever guests were expected, she just pulled out the cards - no fuss, no muss! She was very organized; a Martha Stewart of the early 1960s! These were the days of "hostess gowns" and aprons that were made with lace and you could see through and were really just for "show." She had everyday aprons too, but I mostly remember the frilly ones. I really hope your family enjoys these two appetizers as much as my family has for many, many years.
Crabmeat Canapes
Makes about a cup
Ingredients:
- 1/4 pound butter (best with butter, not margarine)
- 1/2 pound Velvetta cheese
- 1 6 ounce can of crab meat
- 1/2 teaspoon of Worstershire sauce
- Triscuits
Directions:
(It doesn't get easier than this!)
- Put all the ingredients in a sauce pan. Cook over low heat until butter and cheese are completely melted. Stir well until the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the mixture in a container and refrigerate.
When your guests begin to arrive, take the cooled crabmeat spread out of the refrigerator. Spread a small portion on each Triscuit cracker and place the crackers on a foil covered cookie sheet. Place the cookie sheet under the broiler until the crabmeat and cheese is lightly brown and bubbly. Keep watching them so they don't burn! They will cook quickly under the broiler. Serve the crackers immediately. Enjoy! Hint: Double the recipe. You'll want to have this on hand for the holidays.
Crabmeat Dip Recipe
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 6 ounce can of crabmeat
- 2 Tablespoons of chopped onion
- 1 Tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon creamed horseradish
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- dash of pepper
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds
- Your choice of crackers: Buggles, Wheat Thins, etc.
Directions:
- Combine all the ingredients. Pour into a small baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Serve immediately.
This is another quick recipe and can be made easily when your party gets going. If you have a warming tray, it can be made ahead of time. You may also want to double this recipe because it will go very fast!
