A comforting bowl of fettuccine tossed with plump shrimp and coated in a rich, creamy homemade Alfredo sauce. Perfect for a cozy night in or an elegant dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
12 oz fettuccine pasta
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
½ cup reserved pasta water (optional)
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup water, drain, and set aside.
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Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook in olive oil over medium-high heat for 1–2 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
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In the same pan, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
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Pour in cream, stirring to combine. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Lower heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
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Toss cooked pasta in the sauce. Add pasta water if needed.
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Return shrimp to the pan and stir gently to combine.
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Top with parsley and serve immediately