Crab and Broccoli Alfredo

• thin spaghetti↗1 lb
• olive oil↗2 tablespoons
• small onion, sliced↗1
• sweet red pepper, sliced↗1
• bunch broccoli, separated into flowerets↗1
• garlic cloves, finely chopped↗2
• half-and-half↗2 cups
• butter↗1⁄2 cup
• grated parmesan cheese1 cup
• salt↗1 teaspoon
• liquid hot pepper sauce↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• crabmeat or imitation crabmeat, coarsely shredded↗1 lb
• lemon slice (to garnish)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook spaghetti according to package instructions.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add onion and red pepper; cook 3 minutes.

4. 4

   Add broccoli and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until tender.

5. 5

   Heat half-and-half and butter in small saucepan until butter is melted.

6. 6

   Stir in cheese, salt, and hot pepper sauce.

7. 7

   Add cream mixture and crabmeat to skillet.

8. 8

   Heat through over medium heat.

9. 9

   Toss with cooked, drained pasta in large bowl.

10. 10

    Garnish with lemon.