Easy Tomato Cream Pasta with Canned Crab

Have you ever been disappointed by store-bought crab tomato cream pasta? I have! But since I love both 🦀 and 🍅, I don't want to give up on it!

Do you want to enjoy a delicious homemade pasta? Try making this recipe with a can of crab! It's simple and still super tasty. You don’t have to be precise, just throw everything together, and it’ll taste great! 😊

Ingredients:

• 1 can of flower crab (canned crab meat)
• 200g pasta (your choice)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1/2 cup tomato puree or crushed tomatoes
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta: Start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Sauce: In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
3. Add Tomatoes: Stir in the tomato puree or crushed tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes, letting the sauce simmer and thicken.
4. Crab & Cream: Add the canned crab meat along with its juices, then stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Combine with Pasta: Once the sauce is smooth and creamy, toss the cooked pasta in and mix well.
6. Serve: Garnish with fresh basil if desired, and enjoy your homemade crab tomato cream pasta!

This recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for any seafood lover! 🦀🍝