Description

This Shrimp Alfredo Pasta features tender shrimp and creamy sauce, making it a delightful dish for quick dinners or family meals. Easy to prepare, it’s perfect for those craving comfort food with irresistible flavors!

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

Notes

Fresh seafood works best for this recipe; frozen shrimp can also be used but should be thawed beforehand.
Adjust the creaminess by adding more cream or reducing the milk as per your preference.
For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or replacing some garlic with shallots.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 546
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 651mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 29g
Cholesterol: 147mg