Description
Creamy shrimp fettuccine Alfredo is rich, garlicky, and packed with tender shrimp and silky Parmesan sauce — perfect for pasta night or a cozy seafood dinner.
Ingredients
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12 oz fettuccine pasta
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1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
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3 tbsp butter, divided
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1 tbsp olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1½ cups heavy cream
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1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional: nutmeg, red pepper flakes, lemon zest
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Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water. Drain.
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Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Sauté in olive oil and 1 tbsp butter until just pink. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, melt remaining butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
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Add cream, bring to simmer, then stir in Parmesan. Simmer until slightly thickened.
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Return shrimp and pasta to pan. Toss until coated. Add pasta water as needed.
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Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
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Don’t overcook shrimp
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Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results
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Add lemon or red pepper for flavor variation
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Italian-American, Seafood Pasta
Nutrition
- Calories: ~650 per serving