Ingredients

• 1/2 lb imitation crab (or fresh crab meat)
• 7.5 oz Philadelphia Chive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread
• 1–3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup Monterey Jack & Triple Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 1/3 cup butter, melted

Instructions

1. Preheat: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 or similar baking dish.
2. Sauté aromatics (optional but tasty): In a small skillet, soften onion and celery in a spoon of the melted butter, 3–4 minutes. Cool slightly.
3. Mix filling: In a bowl combine cream cheese spread, mayonnaise, sautéed onion & celery, and most of the shredded cheese. Fold in crab gently. Season to taste (salt/pepper if desired).
4. Assemble: Spread mixture in the baking dish. Drizzle remaining melted butter over top and sprinkle the rest of the cheese.
5. Bake: 25–30 minutes until hot, bubbling at edges, and lightly golden on top.
6. Serve: Rest 5 minutes, then serve with crackers, toasted baguette, or over rice/pasta.