Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Alfredo crab pasta casserole, a harmonious blend of rich flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features succulent crab meat enveloped in a creamy Alfredo sauce, nestled amidst a bed of tender pasta. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors, from the briny sweetness of the crab to the velvety richness of the Alfredo sauce, all complemented by the hearty embrace of the pasta.
In addition to the Alfredo crab pasta casserole, this article presents a collection of equally enticing recipes that cater to diverse culinary preferences. Embark on a culinary adventure with our mouthwatering crab cakes, featuring succulent crab meat bound together with a blend of herbs, spices, and breadcrumbs, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Treat yourself to a taste of the Mediterranean with our savory shrimp scampi, where succulent shrimp are sautéed in a flavorful garlic-butter sauce, infused with the essence of lemon and white wine.
For a vegetarian delight, immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of our roasted vegetable lasagna, a symphony of colorful vegetables layered between tender sheets of pasta, bathed in a creamy béchamel sauce, and topped with a blanket of melted cheese. Craving something sweet? Indulge in our luscious chocolate lava cakes, where molten chocolate oozes out from the center of a rich chocolate cake, creating an explosion of decadent pleasure with every bite.
Prepare to embark on a culinary expedition, where each recipe promises a unique and unforgettable taste experience.
CRAB 'N' PENNE CASSEROLE
Purchased Alfredo sauce lends creaminess to this crab casserole while red pepper flakes kick up the taste. Summer squash and zucchini bring garden-fresh goodness to the comforting main dish from Bernadette Bennett of Waco, Texas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine Alfredo sauce, crab, yellow squash, zucchini, parsley and pepper flakes. Drain pasta; add to sauce mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. , Cover and bake 35 minutes or until heated through. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, 5-6 minutes longer or until browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 15g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 721mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
ALFREDO SEAFOOD CASSEROLE
Every bite of pasta, seafood and broccoli is coated in a creamy Alfredo sauce.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook pasta as directed on package, adding broccoli for the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain pasta and broccoli.
- In large bowl, mix Alfredo sauce, milk and pepper. Stir in shrimp, crabmeat, parsley and 2 tablespoons of the cheese. Add pasta and broccoli; toss gently to mix well. Spoon into baking dish. Cover baking dish with foil.
- Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until hot in center.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix remaining 2 tablespoons cheese, the butter and bread crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake 10 to 15 minutes longer or until top is light golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 195 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g
PASTA CRAB CASSEROLE
This is an easy dish to freeze ahead for company. A yummy combination of spiral pasta, crab and sauteed veggies is coated with a buttery sauce, then covered with cheddar cheese. All that's needed to complete the meal is a warm garlic bread and a tossed green salad. -Georgia Mountain Tampa, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 2 casseroles (3-4 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, saute onions, mushrooms and green pepper in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Drain pasta; add to vegetable mixture. Stir in the crab, sour cream, salt and basil. , Transfer to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. Cover and bake the second casserole at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 5 minutes longer. , To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts :
SEAFOOD ALFREDO
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the bechamel sauce: Melt the butter in a saucepan. Whisk in the flour and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Slowly whisk in the milk. Simmer for 20 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Season with salt and white pepper, then strain through a chinois and hold for later use.
- For the seafood alfredo pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil to reheat the cooked pasta. In a saute pan or small saucepan, heat the bechamel sauce to a simmer. Add the Parmesan and stir to melt the cheese. Add the crabmeat and toss to warm.
- Sprinkle the shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat a large saute pan over high heat. Add the grapeseed oil and then the shrimp to the pan. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then flip the shrimp and finish cooking, another 1 to 2 minutes. Remove the shrimp, leaving the oil in the pan. Hold the shrimp for plating.
- Add the sliced garlic to the shrimp pan and saute until it just begins to brown around the edges. While the garlic is cooking reheat the pasta in the boiling water, about 1 minute. Strain the pasta, add it to the pan with the garlic and toss.
- Add the bechamel and crab to the pasta and toss. Add the lemon juice, Chicken stock and cream and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add the egg yolks and toss to incorporate. Cook for 1 minute to help thicken the sauce. Add the shrimp and toss.
- Divide the pasta and shrimp evenly between serving plates and garnish with chopped chives.
CRAB ALFREDO
Simply put, delicious! A little on the decadent side, but it can be made with fat-free half-and-half and a heart-healthy spread instead of butter. Serve with garlic bread sticks, a nice salad, and a glass of Chardonnay.
Provided by LisaJ
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Keep warm and covered.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until garlic releases its aroma, about 2 minutes, being careful not to let the garlic brown. Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Reduce heat, and cook, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes. Add the half-and-half and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the cream cheese and Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until cheeses melt and mixture is smooth. Mix in the crabmeat and continue cooking until crabmeat is heated through, about 3 minutes.
- Divide the fettucine between 2 plates or bowls and top with the crab sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 648.5 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Cholesterol 140.6 mg, Fat 37.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 22.4 g, Sodium 516 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
QUICK CRAB ALFREDO
I use canned soup and sour cream to hurry along a rich sauce that coats imitation crab. When spooned over penne pasta and garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and minced fresh parsley, it's an easy entree that looks and tastes elegant.-Susan Anstine, York, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Whisk in the sour cream, soup, milk, salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and pepper until blended. Cook and stir until heated through (do not boil). Stir in crab; heat through. , Drain pasta; top with crab sauce. Sprinkle with cheese and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 717mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 15g protein.
IMITATION CRAB AND PASTA ALFREDO BAKE
This is by far my favorite "main dish" casserole I made this year using some of my overabundance of squash from my first vegetable garden. It's creamy, delicious and, best of all, easy.
Provided by sanguis
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Slice the squashes and dice the mushroom and onion.
- Combine the Alfredo sauce, pasta, crab, onions, mushrooms, squash, zucchini, parsley and pepper flakes in a large bowl and toss to coat.
- Transfer mixture to a greased 13x9x2 baking dish and cover with cheese.
- Cover and bake at 325°F for 35 minutes.
- Toss bread crumbs and butter and sprinkle over casserole.
- Bake uncovered an additional 5 to 10 minutes to brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.8, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 59.4, Sodium 821.4, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 5.8, Protein 24.3
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:
- Use high-quality ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh crab meat, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cook the pasta al dente: This means that the pasta should be cooked until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it.
- Don't overcook the crab: Crab meat cooks very quickly, so be careful not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become tough and rubbery.
- Make sure the sauce is thick and creamy: The Alfredo sauce should be thick enough to coat the pasta and crab meat, but not so thick that it is heavy or gloppy.
- Season the dish to taste: Be sure to taste the dish before serving and add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder as needed.
Conclusion:
Alfredo crab pasta casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The combination of crab meat, Alfredo sauce, and pasta is always a winner, and the casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy crab, give this recipe a try.
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