CREAMY SALMON LINGUINE

Creamy Salmon Linguine image

Extra Pesto Grilled Salmon gives this creamy pasta toss a luxurious taste and texture. We love it as is, but you could easily sub in any veggies you have on hand for the broccoli. -Jacob Kitzman, Seattle, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

8 ounces uncooked linguine
1 bunch broccoli, cut into florets
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 pound fully cooked salmon, flaked
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil
2 tablespoons capers, drained
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

Cook linguine according to package directions, adding broccoli during the last 5 minutes of cooking., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in cream and lemon juice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring constantly., Add salmon, salt and pepper; heat through. Drain linguine and broccoli; add to skillet. Stir in cheese, basil, capers and lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 802 calories, Fat 55g fat (30g saturated fat), Cholesterol 207mg cholesterol, Sodium 649mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 36g protein.