Creamy Dungeness Crab With Penne Pasta Recipe

Name: Creamy Dungeness Crab With Penne Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb penne pasta; 1/2 lb dungeness crabmeat; 1/4 cup shallot, minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 tablespoons butter; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1/4 cup white wine; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly grated; 1 pinch cayenne; 1/2 teaspoon dill weed; 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Servings: persons

1 lb penne pasta
1/2 lb dungeness crabmeat
1/4 cup shallot, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons butter
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup white wine
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly grated
1 pinch cayenne
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated

1
Cook the penne according to directions in salted water then drain and lightly oil and set aside.
2
Saute the shallots and garlic in the butter over med-low heat until softened, about 1 to 2 minutes.
3
Increase heat to high and add the heavy cream and reduce the cream over the heat for 1 minute.
4
Add the white wine, sugar, salt and pepper, and pinch of cayenne and reduce heat to low heat and continue to simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
5
Add 3/4 of the crabmeat and all of the penne, and the parmessan cheese and gently toss together.
6
Transfer to serving platter and sprinkle with dill, extra parmessan and remaining dungeness crab.
7
Enjoy!

1036

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb penne pasta, 1/2 lb dungeness crabmeat, 1/4 cup shallot, minced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Creamy Dungeness Crab With Penne Pasta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Dungeness Crab With Penne Pasta

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