Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the exquisite flavors of Lady Athena's Rockin' Crab Shell Pasta. This culinary masterpiece combines the succulent sweetness of crab with the comforting embrace of pasta, resulting in a dish that is both luxurious and approachable. As you embark on this culinary journey, let your senses be captivated by the symphony of flavors that await you, where the briny kiss of the sea meets the rich earthiness of mushrooms and the subtle tang of tomatoes. With every bite, you'll discover a new layer of complexity, leaving you craving more of this delectable dish.
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LADY ATHENA'S ROCKIN' CRAB SHELL PASTA
Recently acquainted with Athena Lee - a great drummer, a reality TV celebrity and a business woman, I created a recipe for her... a Crab Shell Pasta!
Provided by Francine Lizotte
Categories Pasta
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. In a large pot filled with boiling salted water, add pasta and cook according to package instruction. Drain and set aside.
- 2. In a deep skillet over medium heat, add oil and butter. When hot and melted, add shallot and sauté for 2 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add roasted red pepper and basil; sauté for 1 ½ to 2 minutes. Pour wine and reduce to half. Pour cream, stir and when it starts to simmer, add crab meat. When back to simmer, reduce heat to low and add cooking sherry, hot paprika, white pepper, sea salt and cheese. Stir and let simmer for 2 minutes.
- 3. Add pasta and stir until well coated. Sprinkle with parsley and stir. Serve into warm bowl and sprinkle more cheese if desired. Makes 4 servings.
- 4. To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKnjZfac7QI
CREAMY PASTA WITH IMITATION CRAB
Creamy pasta sauce with imitation crab that is ready with little prep but ends up with lots of flavor.
Provided by Chef Chevy
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- At the same time, heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic to the hot oil; cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in imitation crab and heat for 2 minutes.
- Begin cooking rotini. Add to the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
- While the pasta is cooking, stir half-and-half and parsley into the crab sauce; bring to a simmer. Continue to simmer crab sauce, adding pasta water as necessary, while pasta is finishing.
- Drain pasta.
- Mix Parmesan cheese into crab sauce and heat until melted, about 2 minutes. Serve over pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.6 g, Cholesterol 25.5 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 547.1 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use homemade crab stock instead of water.
- If you don't have crab shells, you can use shrimp shells or lobster shells.
- Be sure to clean the crab shells thoroughly before using them.
- You can also add other vegetables to the pot, such as carrots, celery, or onions.
- If you don't have a cheesecloth bag, you can use a coffee filter or a piece of muslin cloth.
- Be careful not to overcook the pasta.
- Serve the pasta with a sprinkling of fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or basil.
Conclusion:
Lady Athena's Rockin' Crab Shell Pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of crab, shrimp, and pasta is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting pasta recipe, give this one a try.
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