Description
A luscious Creamy Tomato and Lobster Pasta combining tender lobster meat with a rich tomato and cream sauce, infused with garlic and fresh basil. Perfectly cooked fettuccine or linguine is tossed in this savory sauce, finished with a hint of lemon juice and topped with grated Parmesan cheese for an elegant and satisfying seafood pasta dish.
Ingredients
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For the Pasta and Sauce
- 8 oz fettuccine or linguine
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
For the Seafood and Garnishes
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant and slightly golden.
- Make Creamy Tomato Sauce: Stir in crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Then, mix in the heavy cream until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta thoroughly.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta directly into the skillet with the creamy tomato sauce and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- Add Lobster Meat: Gently fold in the chopped cooked lobster meat, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the pasta and sauce without breaking up the lobster pieces.
- Season and Garnish: Season with salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice to taste. Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil into the pasta and stir lightly to combine.
- Serve: Plate the pasta hot and garnish each serving with the grated Parmesan cheese immediately before serving for the best flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh cooked lobster meat for best texture and flavor; cooked lobster tails or claw meat work well.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or milk for heavy cream, though the sauce will be less rich.
- If fresh basil is unavailable, substitute with 1 tsp dried basil but add at the start of cooking to release flavor.
- Make sure not to overcook the lobster to maintain its tender texture.
- Pasta can be served with a side of garlic bread or a light green salad for a complete meal.
