Crab Cocktail with Dill

This is a fresh tasting crab cocktail that is simple to make and does not interfere with the crab’s wonderful taste. Adding dill to shellfish dishes is normal in Scandinavia, the use of mint is more unusual -- but as you will taste, it seems like the most natural thing in the world.

INGREDIENTS:

List of ingredients

1⁄2 cup heavy (whipping) cream

½ cup mayonnaise

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 teaspoons sugar

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint

2 pounds cooked crabmeat

6 to 8 thin lemon slices for garnish

24 fresh mint leaves for garnish

PREPARATION:

• Whip cream until stiff.

• In a bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lemon juice, sugar, finely chopped dill and mint. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mayonnaise mixture.

• Layer the crabmeat and cream in martini glasses or bowls. Garnish each one with a slice of lemon and a few mint leaves, then serve.