ITALIAN BLUE CRAB SAUCE
This is our Xmas Eve dinner every year. Also, my all time favorite pasta dish! This tradition started because Catholics did not eat meat on Christmas Eve and they sought out seafood based pasta dishes to serve instead. All ingredients are approximations since we never really measure anything. Alter to suit your family's tastes! THIS RECIPE SHOULD BE MADE ONE DAY AHEAD TO ALLOW THE CRAB FLAVORING TO PERMEATE THE MARINARA!
Provided by RedVinoGirl
Categories Crab
Time 3h20m
Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Using a large stockpot, cover the bottom of the pot with the EVOO.
- Once heated, saute the garlic, crushed red pepper, parsley and basil.
- Add in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add in the crab and simmer with the lid partially covered for several hours.
- Remove from heat and cool. Put back in refrigerator and allow to sit overnight.
- 1 hour before serving, take out and simmer again on the stove.
- Remove crabs to allow to cool. Serve sauce over spaghetti.
- Once the pasta course is complete, serve the whole crabs and pick out the meat. UNBELIEVABLE!
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Billy Richardson
[email protected]The sauce was a bit too watery for my taste. I would recommend cooking it down for longer next time.
K Moses
[email protected]The sauce was a bit too bland for my taste. I would recommend using more herbs and spices next time.
md kaium1100
[email protected]The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili pepper next time.
Tiana Palmer
[email protected]The sauce was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt next time.
Abrar Jutt Abrar Jutt
[email protected]This sauce is a bit too rich for my taste. I would recommend using less cream or butter next time.
Holly Crawford
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this sauce. The crab flavor is subtle and not overpowering, and the sauce is very creamy and rich.
Samuel Pawlos
[email protected]This sauce is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion. I would definitely recommend it for a romantic dinner or a holiday meal.
Sanaullah Azmat
[email protected]I wasn't sure how I would feel about the combination of blue crab and tomatoes, but it actually works really well. The flavors complement each other perfectly.
Manju Shahi
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses fresh blue crab. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the sauce. I also like that the recipe is relatively easy to follow.
tad2022 tub
[email protected]This sauce is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's totally worth it. The flavor is incredible, and it's perfect for a special occasion dinner.
Azadar Khan
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe at first, because I'm not a huge fan of blue crab. But I'm so glad I did! The sauce is delicious, and the crab flavor is subtle and not overpowering. I'll definitely be making this again.
Marilyn Johnson
[email protected]I've made this sauce a few times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it, and I always get rave reviews. It's definitely one of my favorite recipes.
Jawad Bhai
[email protected]This Italian blue crab sauce is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex, and it's perfect for any seafood dish. I highly recommend it!