It's National Crab Newburg Day!

It's National Crab Newburg Day! If you've been looking for a hearty and delicious, yet simple, recipe for a wonderful seafood meal, then look no further. Courtesy of www.yummly.com, this Crab Newburg meal is sure to be a hit. And, if you make a little extra, this dish makes great leftovers!

Ingredients:

• 4 tbsps butter
• 1 shallot (minced)
• 14 cup red bell pepper (diced)
• 4 tbsps flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 14 cup dry sherry
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 lb crabmeat
• 12 cup half and half
• 12 cup breadcrumb (fresh)
• 1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

In a large skillet, melt butter; sauté shallot and red pepper.

Add flour and stir until mixed; add broth and sherry.Simmer for 3 minutes.

Add mushrooms; simmer 5 minutes.

Add crab and half and half.Do not boil, but let this mixture heat through.

Spoon into 1 quart casserole dish.Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.Place under broiler until breadcrumbs are light brown.

Enjoy!