# What you'll need:
→ Dairy
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
06 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seafood
07 - 8 oz lump crab meat, drained and picked over
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
08 - 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
09 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
10 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Seasonings
11 - 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
12 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
14 - 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
15 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
17 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
# Method:
01 - Set the oven to 350°F (180°C) and allow it to preheat.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Blend with an electric mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
03 - Fold in shredded mozzarella, sharp cheddar, and grated Parmesan until thoroughly incorporated.
04 - Mix in lump crab meat, diced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and minced garlic.
05 - Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne (if desired), Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice. Stir just to combine.
06 - Spread the mixture evenly into a greased 1-quart baking dish.
07 - Place in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the dip is bubbling and golden brown on top.
08 - Let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm alongside toasted baguette slices, crackers, or fresh cut vegetables.
