Crab Fettuccine Alfredo (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 pound fettuccine pasta.
02 - 1/4 cup butter.
03 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
04 - 2 cups milk.
05 - 4 ounces cream cheese.
06 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped.
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
09 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt.
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black or white pepper.
12 - 1 pound lump crabmeat.

# Instructions:

01 - Cook fettuccine following package directions until al dente.
02 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
03 - Whisk in flour and cook for 30-60 seconds.
04 - Gradually add milk, whisking between additions.
05 - Add cream cheese chunks and stir until melted.
06 - Mix in Parmesan, parsley, and seasonings.
07 - Gently stir in the crabmeat.
08 - Cook on low until the crab is heated through.
09 - Toss with pasta or serve sauce over pasta.

# Notes:

01 - Uses a roux base for stable sauce.
02 - Can adjust seasoning to taste.
03 - Best served immediately.
04 - Fresh Parmesan works better than pre-grated.
05 - Restaurant quality meal at home.

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