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Spicy Crab Pasta
Succulent lumps of crab meat are tossed with al dente spaghetti in a light sauce of olive oil, garlic, and red chili flakes. The sweetness of the crab is perfectly highlighted by the sharp heat of the peppers and the brightness of fresh lemon juice. This elegant, restaurant-quality meal is surprisingly quick to prepare for a special occasion.
Succulent lumps of crab meat are tossed with al dente spaghetti in a light sauce of olive oil, garlic, and red chili flakes. The sweetness of the crab is perfectly highlighted by the sharp heat of the peppers and the brightness of fresh lemon juice. This elegant, restaurant-quality meal is surprisingly quick to prepare for a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Farfalle Pasta
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 85 g Crabmeat, drained flaked
- 1 medium Tomato, peeled diced drained
- 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flake
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Salt
- 1/4 tsp Salt Pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add farfalle pasta, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- Melt the butter in a separate pot. Mix in crabmeat and tomatoes. Season with red pepper, garlic salt, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir 10 minutes. Toss with cooked pasta to serve.
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