# Ingredients:
→ Seafood
01 - 0.5 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 0.5 pound lump crab meat
→ Pasta
03 - 8 ounces linguine or fettuccine
→ Dairy & Cheese
04 - 1 cup heavy cream
05 - 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings & Garnish
06 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
07 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
09 - Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
10 - Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
→ Other
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
# Directions:
01 - Cook linguine or fettuccine in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp, season with salt, black pepper, and half the Cajun seasoning. Cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until shrimp are opaque and pink throughout. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
03 - Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Pour in heavy cream, add remaining Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and grated parmesan cheese. Stir mixture continuously until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth and creamy.
05 - Add crab meat to the skillet and gently stir until combined and heated through, taking care not to break up the crab.
06 - Return cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add drained pasta and toss thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated with sauce.
07 - Simmer the mixture over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes to blend flavors. Plate and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side, if desired.
