Crawfish Fettuccine
Ingredients
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6 tablespoons butter
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1 large onion, chopped
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1 green bell pepper, chopped
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3 stalks celery, chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
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1 pound peeled crawfish tails
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1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese food
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1 cup half-and-half cream
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2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
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1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
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1 pound dry fettuccine pasta
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic, and sauté until the onions are soft. Sprinkle in flour and cook for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Mix in crawfish, cover, and let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Add processed cheese, half-and-half, Cajun seasoning, and cayenne pepper to the skillet. Stir well, cover, and simmer for another 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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In the meantime, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente, then drain.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Add the cooked pasta to the crawfish mixture, stirring well. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and top with Parmesan cheese.
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Bake for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 490 | Calories |
| 23g | Fat |
| 49g | Carbs |
| 24g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 490 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 23g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat 13g | 66% |
| Cholesterol 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium 682mg | 30% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 10% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin C 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium 296mg | 23% |
| Iron 3mg | 14% |
| Potassium 446mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5