Crab Alfredo

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound dried fettuccine pasta
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup chopped yellow onion
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 pound lump crab meat, picked
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• Easy (Level 2)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened.
3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4. Gradually whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.
5. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until thickened.
6. Stir in Parmesan cheese and crab meat.
7. Drain pasta and add to the sauce.
8. Garnish with parsley, salt, and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 600 per serving
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 70 grams
• Fat: 30 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful Alfredo sauce
• Tender and juicy crab meat
• Rich and satisfying pasta dish

User Comments:

• "This is the best Alfredo sauce I've ever had!"
• "The crab meat added the perfect amount of umami."
• "It was so easy to make and turned out incredible."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor.
• Avoid overcooking the sauce as it can become grainy.
• If you don't have fresh parsley, you can use dried parsley or another fresh herb like basil or oregano.