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Crab Fettuccine Alfredo

Crab Fettuccine Alfredo is an elegant, creamy pasta dish featuring tender noodles, rich Alfredo sauce, and sweet lump crab meat. Perfect for date nights, family dinners, or upscale entertaining.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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    • For the Pasta
    • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
    • 1 tbsp salt (for pasta water)

 

    • 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

  1. 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.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently.
  4. 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.
  5. Gently fold in the crab meat and let it warm through for 2–3 minutes without over-stirring.
  6. Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss to combine. Use reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  7. 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.
  • Author: Selena Trump
  • 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