Ingredients
12 oz. fettuccine or linguine
3 tbsp. butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 c. heavy cream
1 c. low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
1 tbsp. Old Bay, plus more for sprinkling
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
1 lb. lump crab meat
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Preparation
Step 1In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook linguine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to pot.Step 2In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute, then add flour and stir until golden. Pour over heavy cream and chicken broth and simmer until thick, 3 minutes. Add Parmesan and let melt, 2 minutes.Step 3Season with Old Bay, salt, and pepper. Stir in parsley and crab meat and toss until coated, then add linguine and toss until fully combined.Step 4Garnish with Old Bay, parsley, and Parm and squeeze with lemon.
