Indulge in Creamy Shrimp Alfredo
Experience the rich and velvety goodness of shrimp alfredo, a dish that combines succulent shrimp with a creamy parmesan sauce over perfectly cooked fettuccine. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this quick and easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll have a restaurant-quality meal on your table in no time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shrimp and sauté until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in the heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Gradually stir in parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine cooked pasta with the shrimp and sauce in the skillet; toss to coat evenly. Season with black pepper before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 220mg