Crabbie Canapes

No one knows which New England-based magazine the recipe came from, whether it be Yankee Magazine or Boston Magazine, or what year our family first made these, but Crabbies have become a staple appetizer at every gathering over the last multiple decades. The dish has not only become a staple in our household but a favorite as well. While jarred cheese spread and crab meat doesn’t sound like the most delicious combination, these savory, crispy triangles can be enjoyed by the handful!
Submitted by: Mary T.

Ingredients:

• 1 5-ounce jar of Kraft Old English Spread
• 1 Can of crab meat
• 2 Tbsp of mayonnaise
• 1/2 Tsp of garlic salt
• 1/2 Tsp of paprika
• 1.5 ounces of hot sauce
• Stick of butter, softened
• 8 English muffins, split

Directions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients except for the English muffins. Combine thoroughly into a spreadable texture.
2. Scoop 2-3 tablespoons of your cheesy crab mixture onto each English muffin to form a layer that’s about 1cm thick.
3. Depending on how big you’d like each Crabbie to be, cut your English muffins like a pizza into quarters or sixths.
4. Bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
5. Crabbies can either be cooked straight after preparation, but they also store well in the freezer if you’d like to make them in advance.