Crab Monterey

Think of this as the lazy genius version of a seafood casserole. All the rich, indulgent flavors with almost zero effort.

A bed of spinach gets simmered with chicken broth and tangy sour cream, then topped with tender artichoke hearts and sweet flaked crab meat. A dot of butter and a dash of cayenne bring the whole thing together with warmth and richness.

The microwave does all the heavy lifting here, so you’re eating in about 20 minutes with barely a dish to wash. It’s comfort food that punches way above its weight class.

Pro Tips

• Drain the spinach thoroughly after microwaving. Squeeze it in a clean kitchen towel to get every last drop of water out, or your casserole will be soupy.
• Fresh lump crab meat takes this from weeknight to wow, but canned works great if you drain and pick through it for shell bits.
• Serve over rice or with crusty bread to soak up all that creamy, spicy sauce.