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Shrimp Alfredo

Creamy Shrimp Alfredo That's Easier Than You Think

Enjoy a comforting Shrimp Alfredo with tender shrimp in a luscious creamy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Fettuccine The traditional choice that hugs the creamy sauce beautifully.
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Medium-sized Shrimp Fresh or high-quality frozen.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds depth and richness; unsalted is best.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; enhances the dish.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream The star of the sauce; substitute with dairy-free if desired.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best results.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • to taste Pepper Freshly cracked for best kick.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Freshly chopped; though basil can be used alternatively.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Shrimp: Thaw shrimp if frozen, peel and devein as necessary, and pat dry with a paper towel.
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  2. Cook Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil, add fettuccine, and cook until al dente for about 7-10 minutes, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
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  3. Sear Shrimp: Heat butter in a skillet, cook shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then transfer to a bowl.
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  4. Make Sauce: In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes, add heavy cream, and simmer, whisking in Parmesan.
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  5. Combine: Add fettuccine and shrimp to the sauce, toss to coat, and adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
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  6. Serve: Garnish with parsley and additional Parmesan; serve immediately.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don’t overcook the shrimp and reserve pasta water for sauce adjustments. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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