Ingredients
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- For the Pasta
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 tbsp salt (for pasta water)
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- For the Alfredo Sauce
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- 2 cups lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained well)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Optional Garnishes
- Extra Parmesan
- Lemon zest or wedges for serving
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook fettuccine until al dente according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
- Lower the heat and gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if using.
- Gently fold in the crab meat and let it warm through for 2–3 minutes without over-stirring.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss to combine. Use reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
- Top with chopped parsley, additional Parmesan, and lemon zest or wedges if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
- Do not let the sauce boil after adding cheese—it may separate.
- Add crab at the end to avoid overcooking.
- For variety, substitute shrimp, lobster, or scallops.
- Leftovers reheat best with a splash of cream in a skillet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: crab pasta, Alfredo, seafood fettuccine, creamy crab pasta