Recipe: Crab and Broccoli Alfredo

CRAB AND BROCCOLI ALFREDO

1 lb fettuccini, cooked according to package instructions, drained
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, sliced
1 sweet red pepper, sliced
1 bunch broccoli, separated into flowerets
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 cups half-and-half
1/2 cup butter
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon liquid hot pepper sauce
1 lb crabmeat or imitation crabmeat, coarsely shredded
Lemon slices (to garnish)

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and red pepper; cook 3 minutes. Add broccoli and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until tender.

Heat half-and-half and butter in small saucepan until butter is melted. Stir in cheese, salt, and hot pepper sauce.

Add cream mixture and crabmeat to skillet. Heat through over medium heat.

Toss with cooked, drained pasta in large bowl.

Garnish with lemon and additional parmesan cheese, if desired.