Creamy Lobster and Seafood Fondue in Artisan Bread Bowl
Indulge in the luxurious taste of this Creamy Lobster and Seafood Fondue, served in a freshly baked artisan bread bowl. This delightful dish combines sweet lobster meat, succulent crab, and tender shrimp, all enveloped in a rich, cheesy sauce that melts beautifully for dipping. The crispy, crusty bread bowl adds the perfect touch, making it an impressive centerpiece for any gathering. Perfect for sharing with friends and family, this fondue is sure to elevate your dining experience. In under 30 minutes, you can create a sophisticated appetizer that will have everyone asking for the recipe!
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Servings
300
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
baby shrimp (cooked)
1/4 cup (peeled and deveined)
crabmeat or imitation crabmeat
1/2 cup (cooked, shredded)
lobster tail meat or imitation lobster meat
1 lobster tail or 3/4 cup (cooked and chopped)
Velveeta cheese
1 cup (cubed)
Swiss cheese
5 slices (torn into pieces)
hot sauce
1/4 cup (your favorite brand)
green bell peppers or red bell peppers
1/4 cup (diced)
white wine
1/4 cup (dry)
milk
1 cup (whole or low-fat)
heavy cream
1 cup (unsweetened)
parsley
to taste (fresh, chopped for garnish)
paprika
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon (to taste)
Italian bread
1 loaf (round loaf)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
2
Select a round loaf of Italian bread and carefully cut the top off at an angle, creating a bowl shape while leaving the bottom of the loaf intact. Remove some of the center bread to create more space for the fondue filling.
3
Place the carved bread bowl in the oven and bake for 7-8 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden and crispy. Reserve the chunks of bread that were removed from the center for dipping later.
4
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the baby shrimp, crabmeat, lobster meat (or imitation lobster), Velveeta cheese, Swiss cheese, hot sauce, bell peppers, white wine, milk, heavy cream, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
5
Stir the mixture continuously until the cheeses have melted and everything is combined into a creamy sauce. Note that the sauce will seem thin at first but will thicken upon cooling.
6
Once the cheese mixture is ready, remove the bread bowl from the oven and place it on a serving platter or cookie sheet. Carefully pour the seafood cheese mixture into the bread bowl, allowing it to overflow slightly for a more appetizing presentation.
7
Arrange the reserved bread chunks around the fondue bowl for dipping. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish. Enjoy your decadent seafood fondue with your guests!
Nutrition Information
20
Fat
25
Carbs
12
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this seafood dish?
The dish is called Creamy Lobster and Seafood Fondue in Artisan Bread Bowl.
What types of seafood are included in this fondue?
This recipe includes cooked baby shrimp, crabmeat (or imitation crab), and lobster tail meat (or imitation lobster).
How long does it take to prepare this recipe?
This sophisticated appetizer can be prepared in under 30 minutes.
What temperature should the oven be set to for the bread bowl?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
What type of bread is best for this fondue?
A round loaf of Italian bread is recommended for creating the artisan bread bowl.
How do you prepare the bread bowl?
Cut the top off a round loaf at an angle to create a bowl shape, leaving the bottom intact, and remove some of the center bread to make space for the filling.
How long should I bake the bread bowl?
Bake the carved bread bowl for 7-8 minutes or until the crust is lightly golden and crispy.
What should I do with the bread removed from the center of the loaf?
Reserve the chunks of bread removed from the center to use for dipping into the fondue later.
What cheeses are used in the fondue sauce?
The recipe uses 1 cup of cubed Velveeta cheese and 5 slices of Swiss cheese torn into pieces.
Is this seafood fondue spicy?
It has a kick of heat from 1/4 cup of hot sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
What kind of wine is needed for the sauce?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of dry white wine.
Can I use low-fat milk in this recipe?
Yes, you can use either whole or low-fat milk.
What liquids make the base of the sauce creamy?
The sauce uses a combination of milk and unsweetened heavy cream.
What vegetables are added to the seafood mixture?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of diced green or red bell peppers.
Should the sauce be thick immediately after cooking?
No, the sauce will seem thin at first but will thicken as it cools.
How is the dish garnished?
The fondue is finished with a sprinkle of fresh, chopped parsley to taste.
Can I use imitation lobster meat?
Yes, the recipe allows for either one real lobster tail or 3/4 cup of imitation lobster meat.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 total ingredients required for this dish.
What are the nutritional values for calories and fat?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories and 20 grams of fat.
How much protein is in this seafood fondue?
The recipe contains 12 grams of protein.
What is the carbohydrate count?
The dish contains 25 grams of carbohydrates.
How should the seafood be prepared before adding it to the sauce?
The shrimp should be peeled and deveined, the crabmeat shredded, and the lobster chopped; all seafood should be cooked beforehand.
What is the recommended presentation style?
Carefully pour the mixture into the bread bowl, allowing it to overflow slightly for an appetizing look, and arrange bread chunks around the platter.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as a gourmet appetizer, perfect for dinner parties and gatherings.
Can I use imitation crabmeat?
Yes, 1/2 cup of shredded imitation crabmeat is a suitable substitute for fresh crab.
What spices are needed?
The recipe calls for ground paprika and cayenne pepper for flavor and spice.
Do I need to stir the sauce while cooking?
Yes, stir the mixture continuously over medium heat until the cheeses have melted and the sauce is combined.
Is the heavy cream sweetened or unsweetened?
The recipe specifically requires 1 cup of unsweetened heavy cream.
What is the texture of the bread bowl after baking?
The baking process makes the crust lightly golden and crispy, perfect for holding the warm fondue.
How much hot sauce is recommended?
The recipe suggests using 1/4 cup of your favorite brand of hot sauce.