Crab Imperial Florida Style

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This is a delicious recipe that i got from my mother. She retired to the ft. Lauderdale area & served this to her friends, always receiving many compliments. It's great!!

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Steps

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Heat 1 / 2 cup of milk to boiling point.

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Melt butter and then add flour , & then pour heated milk over flour / butter mixture.

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Beat until smooth and creamy.

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Allow to cool.

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Add the well beaten egg yolks , seasonings , lemon juice , worcestershire and 1 tablespoon mayonnaise.

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Blend well.

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Add crabmeat and mix thoroughly.

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Fill either shells or small dishes.

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Mix remaining 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon of milk and brush on top.

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Sprinkle lightly with paprika.

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Bake in preheated oven at 400 degree for 10 minutes and serve.

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Ingredients

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lump crabmeat, milk, butter, flour, egg yolks, dry mustard, white pepper, celery salt, salt, lemon juice, worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, paprika