Crab Dip

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese softened
• 1/3 cup sour cream
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise
• 1 & 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• 2 teaspoons old bay seasoning
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh squeezed
• 1/4 cup finely chopped chives plus more for garnish
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional
• 1 pound lump crab meat drained

Instructions

1. Prepare your smoker and preheat to 250°F.
2. In a large bowl, whip the cream cheese until smooth with an electric hand mixer. Add the sour cream and mayonnaise, mix until smooth. Add 1 cup of the cheese, garlic, old bay, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, chives, and optional hot sauce, mix until smooth. Add the crab meat and fold it in gently, trying not to break up the crab.
3. Spread the mixture into an 8 to 9-inch baking dish or cast-iron skillet. Top with the remaining cheese. Smoke for 1 & ½ to 2 hours until bubbly, the cheese is melted, and it is slightly golden on top. Serve immediately with a garnish of more chives with your favorite dippers!