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Best Crab Pasta Recipe Ever

A delightful pasta dish featuring a rich, creamy sauce and sweet crab meat, perfect for special occasions or a comforting weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup cooked crab meat shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Skillet or saucepan for sauce
  • Colander for draining pasta
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Serving plates

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine.
  5. Add the cooked crab meat to the sauce, gently folding it in.
  6. Stir in the lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  7. Drain the pasta and add it directly to the sauce, tossing to coat.
  8. Plate the pasta and garnish with extra parsley, serving hot.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of white wine to the sauce after sautéing the garlic.