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Creamy Lobster Pasta Recipe

Creamy Lobster Pasta Recipe
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This creamy lobster pasta recipe features tender linguine tossed in a rich, velvety sauce made with heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon, and succulent lobster meat. Perfect for a luxurious weeknight dinner or special occasion, this dish balances the sweetness of lobster with the zesty brightness of lemon and savory Parmesan for an indulgent yet elegant meal.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 8 ounces linguine or fettuccine pasta

Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

Lobster and Seasoning

  • 2 cups cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine or fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Deglaze with White Wine: If using white wine, pour it into the skillet and let it reduce for about 2 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off and the flavor to concentrate.
  4. Add Cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  5. Incorporate Cheese and Lemon: Add the grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice into the sauce. Stir continuously until the cheese melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  6. Add Lobster: Gently fold the chopped lobster meat into the sauce and cook just until heated through, about 1 to 2 minutes, being careful not to overcook.
  7. Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce to your desired consistency.
  8. Season and Serve: Taste and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smoothest sauce.
  • If you prefer, substitute the white wine with seafood stock or omit it entirely.
  • Reserve the pasta cooking water as its starch helps the sauce adhere perfectly to the pasta strands.
  • Be gentle when heating lobster meat to avoid toughening it.
  • For a lighter option, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream, though the sauce will be less rich.

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