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Classic Maryland family recipes include Maryland Blue Crab cakes (the state's signature dish), Old Bay steamed shrimp, Maryland cream of crab soup, Smith Island Cake (the official state dessert), Chesapeake Bay oyster stew, and Maryland beaten biscuits. FunLand Maryland's recipe directory features family-tested versions of all these classics.
Authentic Maryland crab cakes use jumbo lump crab meat, minimal filler (just enough to hold together), Old Bay seasoning, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh parsley. The key is using fresh Maryland blue crab and NOT over-mixing. They can be broiled or pan-fried. FunLand Maryland has the full family recipe in our recipe directory.
Old Bay seasoning is Maryland's iconic spice blend — created in Baltimore in 1939. It's used on steamed crabs and shrimp (the classic use), in crab cakes, on french fries and popcorn, in seafood soups and chowders, on chicken, and even in Bloody Mary cocktails. It's available in every Maryland grocery store and is a must-have Maryland pantry staple.
Smith Island Cake is Maryland's official state dessert — a multi-layered cake from Smith Island in the Chesapeake Bay, typically featuring 8–12 thin yellow cake layers separated by chocolate fudge frosting. It's named after the remote island community in Somerset County where it originated. FunLand Maryland's recipe directory includes a family-friendly version.