Ingredients
– 8 ounces linguine or fettuccine pasta
– 1 pound lobster meat, cooked and chopped
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– ½ cup heavy cream
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Creating Buttered Lobster Pasta at home is easier than you might think. Follow these simple steps:
1. Boil Water: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
2. Cook Pasta: Add the linguine or fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
3. Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add Cream: Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Allow to simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Incorporate Lobster: Add the chopped lobster meat to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper and stir to combine.
6. Combine Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the lobster and cream mixture. Toss well to coat.
7. Add Parmesan: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired sauce consistency.
8. Finish with Parsley: Toss in the fresh parsley, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
9. Serve: Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
By following these steps, you’ll bring the taste of the ocean to your dining table effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 36g