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Hot Crab Dip

Pita chips are great low-fat dippers for this scrumptious dip. To make the chips, cut 4 pita rounds in half horizontally. Cut each half into 6 wedges. Place in a single layer on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake in a 350° oven 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp.

Nonstick spray coating

1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms

3/4 cup Florida Orange Juice

1 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, well-drained and chopped

2/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise dressing

1/3 cup sliced green onions

1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup diced pimiento

1 6-ounce can lump crabmeat, drained, flaked, and cartilage removed

Spray an unheated medium saucepan with nonstick coating. Heat over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender. Remove from heat. Add orange juice, artichokes, mayonnaise dressing, onions, cheese, and pimiento. Gently fold in crabmeat. Transfer to a 1-quart casserole.

Bake, uncovered, in a 400° oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly. Cool 5 minutes. Stir before serving. Serve warm with pita chips, vegetable dippers, or assorted crackers. Makes about 3-1/2 cups.

Serves 12.

NUTRITION FACTS PER SERVING: 55 cal., 4 g pro., 7 g carbo., 1 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 12 mg cholesterol, 1 g dietary fiber, 280 mg sodium. Daily values: 13% vit C.

This is just one of the Florida Cuisine recipes, inspired by Florida's wealth of citrus, melting pot of cultures and year-round sunshine. These great tasting and naturally healthful culinary delights are the result of efforts by the Florida Cuisine Culinary Council and the Florida Restaurant Association -- Enjoy!