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Grown-up "tuna", (now) Crab Casserole Recipe

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Directions

Step #1 Pick the crab meat, removing any shell or cartilage.
Step #2 Set aside.
Step #3 Cook & drain noodles.
Step #4 Set aside.
Step #5 Preheat oven to 350°.
Step #6 Lightly coat four 1-c-capacity baking dishes or one 9” round baking dish with 1 tbsp butter & set aside.
Step #7 Melt remaining butter in a medium skillet over med-heat/flame.
Step #8 Add shallots & cook this until soft.
Step #9 Add tomato paste & garlic & cook, stirring continuously, for 5 mins.
Step #10 Move pan away from the heat & add brandy or chicken broth.
Step #11 Return to heat & bring mixture to a boil, whisking continuously.
Step #12 Reduce heat to medium low, add 1 c water, & let simmer until thickened slightly — about 10-12 mins.
Step #13 Strain mixture & stir in the cream, remaining salt, & pepper.
Step #14 Add egg noodles, crab meat, & lemon juice & toss to coat.
Step #15 Divide mixture evenly among the prepared baking dishes, cover with foil wrap, & bake this until cooked through & the noodles are hot — about 20 mins.
Step #16 Garnish with thyme sprigs & serve as soon as possible.
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