A luxurious, creamy pasta dish that features sweet crab meat in a decadent Alfredo sauce. Perfect for seafood lovers!
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb fresh or canned crab meat (lump or claw)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: Red pepper flakes, for a little kick
Directions
- Cook the pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water. - Prepare the Alfredo sauce:
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic. - Make the sauce creamy:
Add the heavy cream and whole milk to the skillet, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly. - Add cheese:
Stir in the grated Parmesan and Romano cheeses, continuing to stir until the cheeses melt and the sauce is smooth. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency. - Add crab meat and lemon juice:
Gently fold in the crab meat and lemon juice. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the crab is heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. - Combine pasta and sauce:
Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the sauce, tossing gently to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more reserved pasta water to loosen it up. - Serve:
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan. Optional: Top with a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Calories and Servings:
Serves 4
Approx. 450-500 calories per serving, depending on portion sizes.
Enjoy this indulgent crab fettuccine Alfredo! It’s creamy, flavorful, and perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to something special.