How to Make Crawfish Fettuccine I - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the taste of a rich and creamy crawfish fettuccine to satisfy your cravings for a delicious and comforting meal. This classic Cajun dish is sure to become a family favorite with its combination of succulent crawfish tails, al dente fettuccine pasta, and a luscious cream sauce.

Originally hailing from Louisiana, this dish is a staple in many Cajun and Creole households and is often featured on restaurant menus throughout the region. The unique blend of spices...

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Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 pound peeled crawfish tails
  • 1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese food
  • 1 cup half-and-half cream
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic in butter until onions are tender. Stir in flour, and cook for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in crawfish. Cover, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring often.
  • Stir in the processed cheese, half-and-half, Cajun seasonings, and cayenne pepper. Cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish. Stir noodles into crawfish mixture; pour into prepared dish, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
  • Nutrition

    490 cal.

    • Total Fat: 23g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 122mg
    • Sodium: 682mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 296mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 446mg