How to Make Crab Mashed Potatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crab mashed potatoes is a delightful and indulgent dish that combines the creamy and comforting texture of mashed potatoes with the sweet and delicate flavor of crab meat. This dish is a perfect way to elevate your usual mashed potato recipe and bring a touch of elegance to your dinner table. Whether you are looking for a show-stopping side dish for a special occasion or simply want to treat yourself to a luxurious meal, crab mashed potatoes are sure to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ¼ cup kosher salt
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 stick butter, cut into pieces
  • 2 teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 pounds lump crabmeat
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 servings

  • Place potatoes in a large pot with enough cold water to cover. Add kosher salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until fork-tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine cream cheese, Greek yogurt, buttermilk, butter, seafood seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a food processor; blend until smooth.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Drain potatoes and mash in a large bowl. Fold in cream cheese mixture. Whisk until smooth and blended. Add in crabmeat, stirring carefully to avoid breaking it up too much. Spoon potato mixture into a large, oven-safe casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and toasted, about 10 minutes.
  • Top with chives just before serving.
  • Nutrition

    335 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 87mg
    • Sodium: 1880mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 65mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 277mg