Baked Crab Legs

First, preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with large pieces of aluminum foil. Place crab legs on top of the foil in a single layer. Set aside.

Step 1:

In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in 1 tablespoon of Old Bay Seasoning, the lemon juice, and garlic. Reserve half of the mixture for dipping later.

Step 2:

Next, brush crab legs with butter mixture. Season with to taste with additional Old Bay if preferred.

Step 3:

Tent the foil by bringing together all four sides of the aluminum foil to create a “packet” around the crab legs.

Step 4:

Finally, bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes.

Step 5:

Allow the crab legs to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with the reserved Old Bay butter mixture for dipping

Step 6:

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