Trader Joe’s Lobster Bisque Pasta Recipe

This rich creamy Trader Joes Lobster Bisque Pasta Recipe is made with refrigerated lobster bisque, tender linguine, and garlic, ready in 20 minutes. The warm sauce clings beautifully to the long noodles while the sweet seafood aroma fills your kitchen. I always keep a tub of this soup in the fridge for quick weeknight dinners.

Better Than Takeaway

I used to think making seafood pasta required hours of simmering shells to build flavor. Using store-bought soup as a sauce base completely changed my routine.

The first time I tried this, the sauce was too thin for the noodles. I learned that simmering the bisque down slightly and adding parmesan creates the ideal thick coating.

Trader Joes Lobster Bisque Pasta Recipe Ingredients

• 8 oz linguine or fettuccine pasta
• 1 (16 oz) container Trader Joe’s Lobster Bisque
• 1 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

How To Make Trader Joes Lobster Bisque Pasta Recipe

1. 1. Boil The Pasta: Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain.
2. 2. Sauté The Garlic: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. 3. Simmer The Bisque: Pour the container of lobster bisque into the skillet. Bring it to a gentle simmer and let it reduce for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. 4. Toss The Noodles: Add the drained pasta, parmesan cheese, and black pepper to the skillet. Toss everything together for 2 minutes until the sauce coats the noodles.
5. 5. Garnish And Serve: Remove the pan from the heat. Sprinkle the fresh chopped parsley over the top and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Thicken naturally: Let the bisque simmer for a few minutes before adding the pasta to concentrate the flavors and thicken the consistency.
• Add extra protein: Toss in some cooked shrimp or langostino tails during the last two minutes of cooking.
• Save pasta water: Keep a little starchy cooking water to help the bisque bind to the pasta if it seems too thick.

What To Serve With Lobster Bisque Pasta

A crisp green salad dressed with a sharp lemon vinaigrette cuts through the richness of the creamy sauce. Garlic bread is also highly recommended for soaking up every last drop of the seafood broth.

How To Store

Keep leftover pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of milk or water to loosen the sauce. Do not freeze this dish as the creamy bisque will separate.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of pasta?

Yes, any long pasta like spaghetti, bucatini, or pappardelle works wonderfully. You can also use short shapes like penne if that is what you have.

Do I need to add extra cream?

The store-bought bisque is already quite rich, so extra cream is not strictly necessary. A splash of heavy cream will make it even more decadent if desired.

Is this recipe spicy?

No, the standard bisque is mild and savory. You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic if you prefer some heat.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Cholesterol: 55 mg
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 55 g
• Protein: 15 g

Trader Joes Lobster Bisque Pasta Recipe

Recipe by Nate Collins

Servings

3

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Total time

20

minutes

Rich creamy Trader Joes Lobster Bisque Pasta Recipe features tender linguine, savory garlic, and parmesan ready in just 20 minutes. This clever grocery shortcut creates an elegant seafood dinner without the fuss of building a complicated sauce from scratch.

Ingredients

• 8 oz linguine or fettuccine pasta

• 1 (16 oz) container Trader Joe’s Lobster Bisque

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

• 1. Boil The Pasta: Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain.
• 2. Sauté The Garlic: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
• 3. Simmer The Bisque: Pour the container of lobster bisque into the skillet. Bring it to a gentle simmer and let it reduce for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
• 4. Toss The Noodles: Add the drained pasta, parmesan cheese, and black pepper to the skillet. Toss everything together for 2 minutes until the sauce coats the noodles.
• 5. Garnish And Serve: Remove the pan from the heat. Sprinkle the fresh chopped parsley over the top and serve immediately.