Cheesy Crab Alfredo

Directions

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   Cook pasta as directed until al dente; drain. Keep warm and covered.
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   Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
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   Add the minced garlic (& onion) and cook until garlic releases its
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   aroma, about 2 minutes, being careful not to let the garlic brown. Stir
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   in the flour, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Reduce heat, and cook,
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   stirring constantly for about 2 minutes. (Add wine, if using.) Add the
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   cream. Stir over medium heat until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
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   Add the cheese. Stir until cheeses melt and mixture is smooth. Mix in the
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   crabmeat and continue cooking until crabmeat is heated through, about
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    3 minutes. Divide the fettucine among 4 bowls & top with the crab sauce.