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Crawfish Fettuccine Recipe

Creamy Crawfish Fettuccine Recipe for Ultimate Comfort Food

This Crawfish Fettuccine Recipe transforms simple ingredients into a flavor-packed masterpiece for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fettuccine
  • 8 oz Fettuccine Choose gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
For the Sauce
  • 1 lb Frozen Crawfish Tails Can substitute with shrimp or lobster.
  • 1 cup Velveeta Cheese Can use cream cheese blended with milk as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Half and Half Substitute with heavy cream for a richer sauce.
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a good substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Butter Olive oil can be used for a lighter touch.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, powdered works in a pinch.
  • 1 cup Onion, chopped Use any variety.
  • 1 cup Celery, chopped
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper, chopped Any variety adds flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Flour Cornstarch is a gluten-free alternative.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated Freshly grated will give the best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Adjust to taste.
For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions, chopped
  • 2 tbsp Parsley, chopped For presentation.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Dutch oven or skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all ingredients for the Crawfish Fettuccine Recipe.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat, add chopped bell pepper, celery, and onion, and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, then add thawed crawfish tails and Cajun seasoning, heating through for 3 minutes.
  5. Add flour to the mixture, stirring for 1 minute to thicken.
  6. Gradually pour in half and half, stirring continuously, and simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
  7. Incorporate sour cream, Velveeta cheese, and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
  8. Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to combine and adding pasta water if necessary.
  9. Garnish with chopped green onions and parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Crawfish Fettuccine Recipe is a comforting dish that brings warmth and joy to your dining table.

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