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Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo: A Creamy Delight Recipe!

A creamy and delicious Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo recipe that combines tender shrimp with fettuccine pasta in a rich Alfredo sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Add the cooked fettuccine and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra vegetables and nutrition.

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