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Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta

A rich and creamy pasta dish with succulent shrimp and a velvety Alfredo sauce.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the sauce.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

  • Author: Trusted Blog