Name: Spaghetti with Crab, Cherry Tomatoes & Basil Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti; 1 lb crab meat, cooked and shredded; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Spaghetti with Crab, Cherry Tomatoes & Basil Recipe

Darcie Shaughnessy Modified: July 24, 2024

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How To Make Spaghetti with Crab, Cherry Tomatoes & Basil

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 20 minutes

Total: 35 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
1 lb crab meat, cooked and shredded
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions

Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
Stir in the shredded crab meat and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat with the tomato and crab mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped basil.
Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese on top.