Linguini Al Granchio Recipe
Linguini with jumbo crab meat in a white wine or tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sauce
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Linguini
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the linguini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add Wine and Cream
Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes until reduced by half. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 4
Incorporate Crab Meat
Gently fold in the jumbo crab meat, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- 5
Combine with Pasta
Add the cooked linguini to the sauce and toss gently to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 6
Serve
Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
