Linguine alla Lobster

From EatingWell: January/February 1992

Lobster and tomatoes combine in a simple sauce perfect for topping linguine.

Makes: 6 servings

Active Time: 35 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition Profile

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Ingredients

1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup minced flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon sugar
Few leaves fresh basil, (optional)
2 4- to 5-ounce fresh or frozen cooked lobster tails, (thawed if frozen)
1/4 cup cognac or other brandy
Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste
1 pound whole-wheat linguine

Preparation

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over low heat. Add garlic and sauté until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, parsley, sugar and basil (if using). Simmer, uncovered, until sauce has thickened slightly, about 15 minutes.
Meanwhile, split lobster tails lengthwise with a sharp knife. Remove the meat, chop coarsely and add it to the sauce. Simmer until the lobster is heated through, about 5 minutes longer. Stir in cognac and season with salt and pepper.
Meanwhile, cook linguine in boiling, salted water until just tender, 8 to 10 minutes or according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large shallow bowl and toss with the lobster sauce. Serve immediately.

Tips & Notes

A 1-lb. whole lobster may be substituted for 2 tails. To prepare it for sauce, boil or steam it for 10 minutes. Cool, remove meat from the claws and tails, and chop.

Nutrition

Per serving: 383 calories; 3 g fat ( 0 g sat , 1 g mono ); 36 mg cholesterol; 69 g carbohydrates; 2 g added sugars; 21 g protein; 12 g fiber; 343 mg sodium; 674 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (25% daily value), Iron (25% dv), Magnesium (36% dv), Potassium (19% dv).

Carbohydrate Servings: 3 1/2

Exchanges: 3 1/2 starch, 2 vegetable, 1 very lean meat

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