Crab Meat Au Gratin

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This recipe comes from a famous new orleans restaurant but i don't remember which one! However, i remember the taste of the dish and have been trying to duplicate for years. This is very good!!

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Steps

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In a heavy saucepan , over moderate heat , melt butter , add onions and celery.

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Cook , stirring occasionally until onions are soft and transparent but not brown.

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Stir in the flour , blend well.

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Add milk , stirring constantly until smooth.

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Add pepper , nutmeg , mustard and cheese.

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Take pot away from heat.

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Beat egg yolk and lemon juice.

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Then add crabmeat , mix well.

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Butter baking pan or individual baking dishes.

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Add onion / cheese mixture to baking pan.

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Pour egg mixture over all.

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Combine cheese and breadcrumbs , sprinkle over top of mixture , then add dash of paprika.

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Bake at 350 degrees f for 15 to 20 minutes until top is au gratin , brown and crusty.

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Ingredients

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crabmeat, butter, onion, celery, all-purpose flour, milk, egg yolk, fresh lemon juice, prepared mustard, american cheese, ground nutmeg, breadcrumbs, white pepper, cheddar cheese, cayenne pepper, paprika