Basil-Lemon Crab Linguine

By Janes_kitchen

Ingredients

• 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated linguine
• 1/3 cup butter, cubed
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
• 1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves, thinly sliced
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Details

Cooking time 25mins

Preparation

Step 1

Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add jalapeno and garlic; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until tender. Stir in lemon peel and juice. Add crab; heat through, stirring gently.
Drain linguine; add to skillet. Sprinkle with basil, salt and pepper; toss to combine

Read more: http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/basil-lemon-crab-linguine#ixzz3T5KGDV8W