Devilled Crabs

Directions

1. 1
   Cover crabs with boiling saltwater and boil for 30 minutes.
2. 2
   Drain off the water.
3. 3
   Break off all claws; separate the shells and remove the spongy fingers and the stomach, which is found under the head.
4. 4
   Pick out all the meat and set aside.
5. 5
   Clean the upper shells of the crabs thoroughly.
6. 6
   Melt the butter and add the flour and blend.
7. 7
   Stir in cream and cook until mixture thickens, stirring constantly.
8. 8
   Add the parsley, mashed egg yolks, seasonings and crab meat.
9. 9
   Fill the shells with this mixture and cover with bread crumbs.
10. 10
    Bake at 350F for 10 minutes or put in a frying basket and plunge into hot oil until golden brown.