Ingredients for Alfredo Sauce With Crab Meat
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- All Purpose Flour
- Half And Half
- Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Crabmeat
- Linguine
How to Make Alfredo Sauce With Crab Meat
- Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and bubbly.
- Gradually whisk in 2 cups of half-and-half, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Reduce heat to low.
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 teaspoon of white pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of lump crab meat.
- Heat through until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add more half-and-half, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to adjust the consistency.
- Serve immediately over your favorite pasta.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
18 g
Sugar
4g
Fat
61g
Carbs
16g