Crab Rangoon Pasta

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Crab Rangoon Pasta

Servings

This recipe serves approximately 4-6 people.

Ingredients

For the Pasta:

  • 1 box (12-16 oz) penne pasta (or any pasta of your choice)

For the Sauce:

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (adjust to taste)
  • 1 package (about 8 oz) crab sashimi (or imitation crab)

For Seasoning:

  • Olive oil (to taste, usually around 2-3 tablespoons)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • Garlic salt (about 1 teaspoon or to taste)
  • Minced garlic (1 tablespoon, or more if you love garlic)

Equipment

  • 9×9 baking dish or similar size
  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Colander for draining pasta
  • Mixing spoon
  • Oven

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  1. Prepare the Baking Dish:
  • In a 9×9 baking dish, arrange the cherry tomatoes on the bottom. Leave a space in the middle for the cream cheese.
  1. Add the Cream Cheese and Feta:
  • Place the block of cream cheese in the center of the dish.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese over the tomatoes and cream cheese.
  1. Season the Dish:
  • Drizzle olive oil over the tomatoes, cream cheese, and feta (eyeball it, but about 2-3 tablespoons should do).
  • Season with salt, pepper, garlic salt, and 1 tablespoon of minced garlic.
  1. Bake the Sauce Mixture:
  • Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are blistered and the cream cheese is softened.
  1. Cook the Pasta:
  • While the sauce is baking, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the penne pasta and cook according to package directions (usually 8-12 minutes) until al dente.
  • Drain the pasta and return it to the pot.
  1. Combine the Sauce and Pasta:
  • Once the sauce is done baking, remove it from the oven. Use a fork or spoon to crush the tomatoes and mix them with the cream cheese and feta to create a creamy sauce.
  • Pour the sauce mixture over the drained pasta in the pot.
  1. Add the Crab:
  • Break up the crab sashimi (or imitation crab) into bite-sized pieces and gently fold it into the pasta and sauce mixture.
  1. Serve:
  • Mix everything until well combined. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with additional crumbled feta or fresh herbs if desired.

Tips

  • Cheese Variations: You can use different cheeses like goat cheese for a tangy flavor or mozzarella for a milder taste.
  • Add Veggies: Consider adding spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
  • Garnish: A sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped green onions on top can add a nice finishing touch.

This recipe is rich and creamy, combining the flavors of crab rangoon in a comforting pasta dish. Enjoy!

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