Description
A rich and indulgent pasta dish featuring tender fettuccine tossed in a creamy Alfredo sauce with sweet crab meat, perfect for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and milk, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and whisk until melted and smooth.
- Add crab meat and lemon juice. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Toss cooked fettuccine in the sauce until well coated.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh or canned lump crab meat for best results.
- Do not overcook the crab meat—add it at the end to keep it tender and sweet.
- Can substitute fettuccine with linguine or spaghetti.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American