🦐 Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip 🧀

Indulge in a dish that brings the comfort of the sea to your table, perfect for gatherings or a luxurious treat at home.

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 pound lump crab meat
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted bread for serving

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Prepare the Shrimp: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and sauté for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Set aside.
   
2. Mix the Base: In a large bowl, blend together cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth.

3. Combine Ingredients: Fold in the sautéed shrimp, crab meat, chopped spinach, mozzarella, and Parmesan until well mixed.

4. Bake the Dip: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the dip into an oven-safe dish, spreading evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.

5. Serving: Let the dip cool slightly before serving. Accompany with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted bread slices.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: 300 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 22g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream and use low-fat cream cheese.
- Add a dash of lemon juice or zest to enhance the freshness of the seafood.
- If you like it spicy, include a pinch of cayenne pepper or diced jalapeños.

⏳ Preparation Time 🍰

Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 25 minutes | Serving: 8 servings