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Baked Crab Pasta

Creamy Baked Crab Pasta That Will Wow Your Family

This Baked Crab Pasta combines creamy textures with tender crab meat, creating a luxurious yet easy dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 16 oz Barilla Penne Slightly undercook to prevent sogginess.
For the Crab Mixture
  • 16 oz Lump Crab Meat Preferred for flavor and texture.
  • 14 oz Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt or crème fraîche.
  • 1 Diced Bell Pepper Use any color or finely diced zucchini.
  • 1 Diced Onion Shallots or green onions can be used.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
For the Seasoning
  • 3/4 tsp Oregano No direct substitution unless omitted.
  • 3/4 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for bolder flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used as a substitute.
For the Topping
  • 4 oz Swiss Cheese Grated, melts beautifully.
  • 4 oz Cheddar Cheese Grated for sharp flavor.
For Garnish
  • Green Onion Chives or parsley can be used as substitutes.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather ingredients while the oven heats up.
  2. Cook Barilla Penne in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  3. Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet and sauté diced onions and bell peppers for 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Add oregano, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika; cook for 30 seconds.
  5. In a mixing bowl, fold together the sautéed vegetables, pasta, crab meat, and sour cream.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, top with grated Swiss and cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  8. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Slightly undercooking the pasta and draining crab properly ensures perfect texture. Resting the dish after baking gives cleaner slices.

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