– 12 ounces linguine or fettuccine pasta
– 1 pound fresh lobster meat (cooked and chopped)
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– ½ cup heavy cream
– Zest of 1 lemon
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– Salt and pepper to taste
– ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
– Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
To create the amazing Buttered Lobster Pasta, simply follow these easy steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about ½ cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
2. Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add Lobster: Incorporate the chopped lobster into the skillet, tossing gently to coat it in the butter. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
4. Incorporate Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and add the red pepper flakes, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir well and let it simmer for about 2 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
5. Combine with Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until you reach the desired consistency.
6. Season: Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as necessary.
7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh parsley over the pasta and serve immediately. Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.
Your Buttered Lobster Pasta is now ready to be enjoyed!