Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Buttered Lobster Pasta, a dish that brings the essence of coastal dining right to your table. Creamy and buttery, this pasta features tender lobster meat enveloped in a rich garlic sauce, making it perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in. With fresh ingredients and simple preparation, you’ll impress your guests and create unforgettable memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine or fettuccine
- 1 cup fresh lobster meat, cooked
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop garlic and parsley finely.
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot; add pasta and cook until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Sauté Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Cream & Cheese: Stir in heavy cream gradually, mixing continuously. Add Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Incorporate Lobster: Gently fold in cooked lobster and squeeze lemon juice into the sauce; warm through on low heat.
- Combine Pasta & Serve: Toss drained pasta into the skillet, ensuring all strands are coated in sauce. Garnish with parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Coastal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 120mg