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Creamy Cajun Shrimp And Crab Pasta

Creamy Cajun Shrimp And Crab Pasta is a rich yet balanced seafood pasta made with tender shrimp, sweet crab meat, Cajun spiced cream sauce, and perfectly cooked noodles.

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz lump crab meat drained
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning adjust to taste
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • Optional squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, cook the pasta until al dente, drain well, and set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and butter, letting the butter melt and coat the pan evenly.
  • Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove and set aside.
  • Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium low heat, stirring often to avoid scorching.
  • Stir in the Parmesan cheese and Cajun seasoning until the sauce becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
  • Gently fold the crab meat and cooked shrimp back into the sauce, keeping the crab in tender pieces.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the noodles are evenly coated with sauce.
  • Season with salt and black pepper, adding a small squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
  • Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve hot while the sauce is creamy.