Crabmeat Pasta with Lemon Butter Sauce
Indulge in a sumptuous crabmeat pasta that perfectly marries tender linguine with luscious crabmeat, all enveloped in a zesty lemon butter sauce. Garnished with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of Parmesan, this dish is a fantastic choice for a special dinner or a delightful weekend meal. The combination of flavors will have your taste buds dancing!
ingredients
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh crabmeat, cooked and picked over
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
steps
- 1.
Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- 3.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- 4.
Stir in the crabmeat, lemon zest, and lemon juice, cooking gently for about 3 minutes.
- 5.
Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine; let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 6.
Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- 7.
Add the remaining butter, parsley, salt, and pepper, tossing until everything is well combined.
- 8.
Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
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