Description

This Shrimp Alfredo Pasta offers an irresistible creamy sauce with tender shrimp and fettuccine. Perfect for a quick yet satisfying dinner, it’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor. A wonderful choice for any meal!

Ingredients

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1 pound fettuccine noodles
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 tablespoons salted butter, divided
1 pound large 31-40 count shrimp peeled, deveined and tails-off, patted dry
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt divided
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1½ cups whole milk
1¼ cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
2 teaspoons fresh parsley finely chopped, optional garnish

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Instructions

Cook the fettuccine noodles in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and one tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add the shrimp in an even layer and cook for 2-2½ minutes on one side.
Flip the shrimp, add minced garlic, ¼ teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-2½ minutes until the shrimp is pink and the garlic is fragrant.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside on a clean plate.
Lower the heat to medium; add the remaining 5 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, mix in the garlic powder and flour. Whisk and cook for 1 minute until the flour absorbs the butter.
Gradually add the whole milk and heavy cream while whisking until smooth with no lumps.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Stir in the parmesan cheese until it melts and the sauce becomes smooth.
Add the reserved fettuccine noodles to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Feel free to substitute shrimp with chicken for a different protein choice.
Add more garlic for a stronger flavor, or include vegetables like spinach for a twist.
Ensure to season the pasta water well for optimum flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 620
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 920mg
Fat: 39g
Saturated Fat: 24g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 160mg