Indulge in this creamy and satisfying Shrimp Alfredo Pasta. This dish combines succulent shrimp with a rich and velvety Alfredo sauce that is made from scratch. The perfectly cooked pasta is then tossed in the sauce and topped with grated Parmesan cheese. It is a perfect meal for any occasion and is sure to impress your family and friends. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is quick and easy to make, making it the perfect option for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- Cook fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the cooked shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Let it cook for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked fettuccine pasta and cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the pasta and shrimp with the Alfredo sauce.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve the Shrimp Alfredo Pasta hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Alfredo sauce is named after its creator, Alfredo di Lelio, an Italian chef who invented this sauce in Rome in the early 20th century.
Parmesan cheese is a key ingredient in Alfredo sauce, as it gives it a rich and creamy texture.