Spaghettini With Crab, Asparagus And Sun-Dried Toma

Name: Spaghettini With Crab, Asparagus And Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes; 3/4 cup sliced drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes; 1/2 tsp dried crushed red pepper; 1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut diagonally into 1 1/2 inch pieces; 12 ounces spaghettini pasta; 8 ounces fresh crabmeat; 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese*; 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and saute 2 minutes.
2
Add chopped and sun-dried tomatoes and crushed red pepper. Cover and simmer until sun-dried tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
3
Cook asparagus in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Using 4- to 5-inch-diameter strainer, transfer asparagus to skillet with sauce. Return water in pot to boil. Add pasta and cook until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain.
4
Bring sauce to simmer. Mix in crabmeat and mascarpone. Ad pasta and basil; toss just to heat through. Divide pasta among plates and serve.
5
* Available at Italian markets and some specialty food stores.

678

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 2 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes, 3/4 cup sliced drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Spaghettini With Crab, Asparagus And Sun-Dried Tomatoes 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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Spaghettini With Crab, Asparagus And Sun-Dried Tomatoes

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