Description
Indulge in a decadent and creamy Shrimp Alfredo pasta dish that’s quick and easy to make. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For Garnish:
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the Fettuccine: Boil salted water, cook pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Sauté shrimp in olive oil until pink; set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic in butter, add cream, simmer, then add Parmesan, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Combine: Add shrimp and pasta to the sauce, toss to coat, and warm through.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy!
Notes
- Enhance flavor with a blend of Parmesan and Romano cheeses.
- Consider adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach for added depth and nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 225mg
