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creamy shrimp fettuccine pasta with alfredo sauce

Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo

A rich and decadent Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo, ready in under 45 minutes. This easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Fettuccine pasta
  • 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • 1/4 cup White wine Optional, for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook fettuccine according to package directions in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Optional: Add white wine to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, allowing it to reduce slightly.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Stir in cooked shrimp. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use a combination of Parmesan and Romano cheese. You can also add other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms to the sauce.