
4-ounces (1/2 of 8-ounce package) Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
3 tablespoons dry sherry or milk
1 (8-ounce) package Kraft Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, divided use
1 (6-ounce) can crabmeat, drained, flaked
1/4 cup chopped roasted red peppers
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Sociables Savory Crackers
Beat cream cheese and sherry with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy.
Add 2 cups of the mozzarella cheese, crabmeat, red peppers, parsley and black pepper; mix well.
Spoon cream cheese mixture into plastic-wrap lined 3-cup mold or bowl; cover.
Refrigerate at least 2 hours or until firm.
Unmold onto serving plate.
Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese; press into mold to secure.
Serve with crackers for spreading.
Makes 28 servings.
Great Substitute:
Substitute 1 (6-ounce) can shrimp, finely chopped, for the crabmeat.
Variation:
Crab spread can also be served warm. Prepare as directed, spooning into 1-quart ovenproof dish instead of mold. Bake at 350�F for 15 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Garnish with additional chopped red peppers and parsley. Serve with crackers as directed.