Description
Indulge in Crab Fettuccine Alfredo, a creamy and decadent pasta dish combining tender fettuccini with a rich, garlicky Alfredo sauce, topped with succulent lump crabmeat. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is quick to make and ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 pound fettuccini pasta
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black or white pepper
- 1 pound lump crabmeat
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 30-60 seconds.
- Gradually add milk, whisking constantly to create a smooth sauce.
- Add cream cheese in small chunks, stirring until fully melted and incorporated.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in lump crabmeat and heat through on low heat.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce or serve the sauce over the pasta.
Notes
- Use fresh lump crabmeat for the best flavor and texture, though canned crabmeat is a convenient alternative.
- To thicken the sauce, reduce the amount of milk or simmer longer.
- Avoid overheating after adding crabmeat to maintain its tender texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American