1 lb (or 2 8 oz. cans) lobster meat
2 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons grated horseradish
2 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons finely minced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup bread crumbs
1 small shallot (optional)
1 chopped green pepper (optional)
onion and garlic powder (for sprinkling)
paprika (for sprinkling)
lemon wedges (optional)
fresh parsley sprigs

In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter; saute minced garlic, shallot and onion until lightly colored. Using a spatula, scrape contents of the skillet into a blender or food processor.

Add remaining tablespoon of butter to skillet (no need to wash). When butter has melted, toss bread crumbs well to coat. Set aside.

Place remaining ingredients in processor and blend well. Transfer blended dip to a buttered baking dish, spreading evenly. Top with an even layer of breadcrumbs. Sprinkle with a light dusting of onion and garlic powder, chopped parsley and paprika. Heat at 350°F for about 20 minutes or until top is golden brown.

Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving with crackers.

Note: You may use fresh lobster meat, or artificial lobster in this recipe; crab meat may also be substituted. Use prepared horseradish (found in the refrigerator section near fresh pickles).

Quick Lower Calorie Dip: Omit butter and breadcrumbs and garlic clove. Blend all ingredients (except paprika, onion and garlic powder) in food processor and bake and serve as above.

Submitted by: CM