Description
Creamy, rich, and comforting, this Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo is a delicious pasta dish made with succulent shrimp, a velvety Parmesan cream sauce, and perfectly cooked fettuccine. It’s an easy and impressive meal that brings the flavors of a classic Italian restaurant to your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cheese has melted and the sauce is heated through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.
Notes
- You can add extra vegetables, such as spinach or mushrooms, to enhance the dish.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it with a splash of pasta water or more cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes