Crab Crescent Snack (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup shredded crab meat, cooked (canned, imitation, or fresh)
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1/2 cup grated cheddar or mozzarella cheese
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1 teaspoon seafood seasoning like Old Bay
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1 (8 oz) can of crescent roll dough, refrigerated
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4 oz cream cheese, softened to room temp
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2 small green onions, diced finely
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2 tablespoons of mayo
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Salt and some pepper, to your liking
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Optional: Sprinkle on paprika or minced parsley for garnish
# Instructions:
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Turn your oven to 375°F (190°C) and get a baking sheet lined with parchment.
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In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayo, crab, shredded cheese, onions, seafood seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Open the crescent dough and pull apart the triangles. Spoon about a tablespoon of filling onto the wide end of each, then roll them up into crescents.
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Put them on the lined sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes until they look golden and crispy.
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Optional: Before serving, sprinkle on parsley or paprika if you'd like.
# Notes:
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Make mini crab cups by pressing crescents into small muffin tins.
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For extra zip, stir in a little lemon zest or hot sauce.
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Serve alongside cocktail sauce or a garlic aioli for dipping.