Creamy and delicious Shrimp Alfredo Pasta

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Creamy and delicious Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 19, 2023

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

  1. Cook fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Add the cooked fettuccine pasta and cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the pasta and shrimp with the Alfredo sauce.
  7. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  8. Serve the Shrimp Alfredo Pasta hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
  9. 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.