drain crab and check for any shells. Set aside
Saute the onion, celery and pepper together first, and when softened, add the garlic and stir for a minute or two over low heat (don't burn the garlic) . Sprinkle in some salt. Set aside to cool slightly.
Into the bowl with the crab, add in the sauteed veggies, crab boil, mayonnaise, eggs, mustard, bread crumbs, parsley and salt and pepper to taste.
Using a half cup dry measuring cup, scoop up and form into a ball. It will make 5 crab cakes. Place on a greased or parchment lined sheet pan. Flatten slightly, and spray the top with a cooking spray like Pam.
Bake for 20 minutes at 425F. Turn over, suse Pam pray again slightly and return to the oven for 5-10 minutes until the tops are browned.
Serve hot with tartar, horseradish sauce or seafood dipping sauce of your choice. Recipe for simple.homemade tartar sauce follows.