Crab 'n' Penne Casserole Recipe

Crab 'n' Penne Casserole Recipe Crab 'n' Penne Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Rating 4

Purchased Alfredo sauce lends creaminess to this crab casserole while red pepper flakes kick up the taste. Summer squash and zucchini bring garden-fresh goodness to the comforting main dish from Bernadette Bennett of Waco, Texas.

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Crab 'n' Penne Casserole Recipe
  • Prep: 20 min. Bake: 40 min.
  • Yield: 6 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
  • 1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
  • 1-1/2 cups imitation crabmeat, chopped
  • 1 medium yellow summer squash, sliced
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
  • 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
  • 2 teaspoons butter, melted

Directions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, crab, yellow squash, zucchini, parsley and pepper flakes. Drain pasta; add to sauce mixture and toss to coat.
  • Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and bake at 325° for 35 minutes or until heated through.
  • Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, 5-6 minutes longer or until browned. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1-1/3 cups) equals 323 calories, 15 g fat (10 g saturated fat), 47 mg cholesterol, 721 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 18 g protein.

Originally published as Crab 'n' Penne Casserole in Simple & Delicious March/April 2007, p16

Light-Bodied White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.

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Reviewed on Apr. 16, 2012 by ferretmama

Had this for dinner tonight. The only changes I made were to use the listed amount of fresh crab, but also added half a pkg. of imitation crab that I had in the freezer. Also had a couple extra mushrooms that needed to be used. It was soooo good. My husband isn't a big seafood casserole fan, but he asked me to add this to the permanent collection so it will be making regular appearences in this house. Will make a good potluck recipe, too. I wonder how broccoli would be ...

Reviewed on Apr. 13, 2012 by e_grlz

This was okay. We ate it. I definately wouldn't make it again though.

Reviewed on Feb. 24, 2012 by Holly D

So simple and delicious. My family raved about this dish!

Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2011 by gcjmorgan

super easy

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2011 by uoduck

Very good, even my daughter who does not like vegetables ate it.

Reviewed on Jul. 05, 2011 by Schmiedt

This was an excellent recipe and a great way for me to get more fish in my children's diet. Right combination of all ingredients. I boiled the pasta until past tender, about 8 minutes which helped to create a smoother, creamier texture with the rest of the ingredients. High recommend!

Reviewed on Feb. 04, 2011 by SD23

Made as written, except for halving and then slicing the zucchini & squash. It was good but very rich. Served with caesar salad and garlic bread. Will make again.

Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2010 by kolega7

This recipe was simple and delicious. I love crab but it would also be good with shrimp or both. The zucchini is a very nice flavor. Will definitely make again.

 
 

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