Description
Indulge in a decadent yet simple-to-make creamy shrimp fettuccine pasta dish that features a rich homemade Alfredo sauce. This recipe is a perfect combination of tender shrimp, al dente fettuccine, and a luscious Parmesan cream sauce.
Ingredients
Fettuccine Pasta:
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Alfredo Sauce:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook Fettuccine: Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Shrimp: Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp and set aside.
- Prepare Alfredo Sauce: Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce is creamy.
- Combine: Return shrimp to the skillet, add cooked fettuccine. Toss well to coat in Alfredo sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 230mg
