Prep Time:
10 min
Total Time:
30 min
Makes:
3 cups spread or 24 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 16 crackers each
What You Need
1-1/2 cups KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, softened
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 medium red pepper, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 can (6 oz.) crabmeat, drained
WHEAT THINS Crackers
Make It
PREHEAT oven to 375°F. Remove 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese; cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Mix all remaining ingredients except crackers until well blended.
SPREAD into 9-inch pie plate.
BAKE 20 min. or until crab mixture is heated through and top is lightly browned. Sprinkle with reserved 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot with the crackers.
Kraft Kitchens Tips
Make Ahead
Prepare spread as directed, but do not bake. Cover and refrigerate up to 2 days. When ready to serve, uncover and bake as directed, adding 5 min. to the baking time or until heated through. Top with the reserved 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, then serve as directed.
Serving Suggestion
Prepare spread as directed. Serve with WHEAT THINS Toasted Chips Multi-Grain. Makes 3 cups spread or 24 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 12 chips each.