Copycat Red Lobster Crab Alfredo
Rich, creamy, and packed with sweet crab flavor, this Copycat Red Lobster Crab Alfredo is an easy yet elegant pasta dish that tastes just like the restaurant favorite.
Equipment
- saucepan
- whisk
- Measuring cups & spoons
- spatula
- Stovetop
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups half and half (or heavy cream)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (or more)
- salt and white pepper to taste
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
- 8 ounces cooked snow crab meat, chunked
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a roux, cooking just until it begins to bubble.
- Whisk in the half and half, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Add Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne. Stir to combine.
- Simmer the sauce gently for 4–5 minutes—do not let it boil.
- Fold in the cooked crab meat and heat through over low heat.
- Serve over fettuccine or pasta of choice. Garnish with extra Parmesan and chopped parsley.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.
Add a squeeze of lemon juice or zest for a brighter flavor.
Do not overcook crab or it will turn rubbery.
Add a squeeze of lemon juice or zest for a brighter flavor.
Do not overcook crab or it will turn rubbery.
Nutrition
Calories: 447kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 52gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 390mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 1mg