HOT CREOLE CRAB DIP

Steps:

• 1. Heat the butter over medium heat in a saucepan until it bubbles. Cook the Trinity (onions, bell peppers, celery) and garlic until all the vegetables are soft and just beginning to brown. 2. While above is going on, mix # 8-16 in a bowl. 3. Add the cooked veggies and crab meat to this 4. In microwave safe dish heat cream cheese on medium heat for 2 minutes or until soft, and then stir up until its creamy and flows some. If you don't do this its very difficult to get it to mix into the rest of the ingredients. 5. Mix everything up and put into casserole dish. 6. Place in preheated 325 degree oven for 35-40 minutes until top is golden brown. 7. Serve hot with pita chips, toasted bread, or just eat it with a spoon.