CRAB AND PASTA PRIMAVERA

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Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (8-ounce) package frozen imitation crab meat
4 ounces vermicelli or thin spaghetti
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 zucchini medium quartered lengthwise and sliced (about 1 cup)
1 1/2 cups mushrooms sliced
1/2 cup petite peas (rinse to break up chunks if necessary)
1/4 cup butter or margarine
3/4 cup whipped cream
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
1/2 teaspoon basil dried basil leaves, crushed
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
parmesan cheese grated

Steps:

  • Begin thawing crab meat by immersing cellophane package in warm water.Cook pasta according to package directions drain, return to pot, cover and keep warm if necessary.Meanwhile, in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter or margarine in oil. Add zucchini sauté for 1 minute or until zucchini is golden. Add mushrooms and peas sauté for 30 seconds or until peas are thawed. Transfer about 1/2 cup of the vegetables to a small bowl cover and keep warm. Reduce heat to medium.Melt butter or margarine in skillet with remaining vegetables. Stir in cream, cheese, basil and pepper. When hot, transfer to a medium bowl cover and keep warm.Cut crab meat into 1/2 -inch pieces. In skillet over medium heat, simmer crab meat in a small amount of water just until heated through drain. Add crab meat and creamed vegetable mixture to drained pasta toss gently to mix. Transfer to a large serving plate and top with reserved vegetables.Serve with Parmesan cheese.

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Miruna Sima
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more salt and pepper next time.


Ali Issa
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others. It's easy to make and it's a crowd-pleaser.


NiAZzi KamiL
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This was a great recipe! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the crab and shrimp were cooked perfectly.


Mwanafunzi Jassy ke
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I made this dish for my boyfriend and he loved it! He said it was the best pasta dish he had ever had.


Dennis Odoyo
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This dish was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The flavors were amazing and my family loved it.


Yeshi Mengesha
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I've made it several times for my family and friends, and they all love it too.


Gay Turtle
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This was the perfect dish for a summer party. It was light and refreshing, and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


sara hazme
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I made this dish for a party I hosted last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and I received several compliments on how delicious it was.


Jnrfrank Sanday
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The crab and shrimp were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Alan Griffin
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This dish was absolutely delicious! I made it for my family last night and everyone loved it. The crab and shrimp were cooked perfectly and the pasta was al dente. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, and the vegetables were fresh and crisp. I will de