EASY SEAFOOD & BASIL ALFREDO

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This dish is so quick to put together and simply delicious. Who knew that cream cheese could contribute to such a lovely Alfredo sauce? That's perhaps the best part about trying new recipes. They're constantly surprising you.

Provided by Christmas Carol

Categories     Crab

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces linguine, uncooked
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 lb bay scallops or 1 lb crabmeat
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 cup whole milk
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, cubed
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.
  • While pasta is cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Sprinkle garlic salt over shrimp and cook in butter until shrimp turn pink, about 2 minutes.
  • Add milk and heat just to boiling; stir in cream cheese and basil.
  • Reduce heat and stir constantly until cream cheese is melted.
  • Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese.
  • Toss hot pasta with the sauce and transfer to serving dish.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522.3, Fat 18.7, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 220.9, Sodium 470.1, Carbohydrate 47.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 4.4, Protein 38.9

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