Spicy Crab Pasta

Ingredients

• 12 oz linguine
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 clove garlic
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes
• 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
• ½ cup dry white wine
• 1 lb lump crab meat
• ¼ cup fresh parsley
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 4 lemon wedge (optional)

Steps

1. Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in crushed tomatoes and white wine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
4. Add the lump crab meat, salt, and black pepper to the sauce. Gently stir to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the drained linguine to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat, adding a splash or two of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick.
6. Stir in fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately, garnished with a lemon wedge if desired.