Description
Crab fettuccine alfredo brings coastal elegance to classic Italian pasta. Silky cream sauce and tender crab meat create a luxurious dining experience perfect for special occasions or when craving restaurant-quality comfort at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound fettuccini pasta
- 1 pound lump crabmeat
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
Sauce Components:
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
Seasonings and Herbs:
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black or white pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large pot of salted water to boiling, then cook the fettuccine until it reaches a tender yet firm consistency. Drain the pasta thoroughly, reserving a small amount of pasta water for potential sauce adjustment.
- Craft the base of the Alfredo sauce by melting butter in a spacious skillet over medium temperature. Sprinkle flour into the melted butter, whisking vigorously to create a smooth, golden roux that will provide depth and thickness to the sauce.
- Gradually stream milk into the roux, continuing to whisk consistently to prevent any lumpy formations. Allow the mixture to simmer gently, transforming into a silky, creamy foundation.
- Introduce cream cheese into the developing sauce, breaking it into small pieces and stirring until completely dissolved. Incorporate Parmesan cheese, creating a rich and luxurious texture that coats the back of a spoon.
- Season the sauce with garlic powder, onion powder, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Stir thoroughly to distribute the seasonings evenly throughout the creamy mixture.
- Carefully fold the delicate lump crabmeat into the sauce, warming it gently without breaking the tender meat. Ensure the crab is just heated through to preserve its delicate maritime flavor.
- Combine the prepared fettuccine with the crab-infused Alfredo sauce, gently tossing to ensure each pasta strand is luxuriously coated. If the sauce seems too thick, splash in some reserved pasta water to achieve the perfect consistency.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a vibrant touch of color and an additional layer of flavor. Serve immediately to enjoy the dish at its peak temperature and creaminess.
Notes
- Delicate crab bits dance through creamy Parmesan sauce, transforming classic pasta into a luxurious seafood experience.
- Whisking creates silky smooth base where butter, flour, and milk blend seamlessly before cheese melts into pure indulgence.
- Quick 15-minute preparation turns simple ingredients into restaurant-worthy comfort food that impresses without complicated techniques.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg