Description

This Shrimp Alfredo Pasta features tender shrimp and fettuccine in a rich, creamy sauce. Quick and easy to make, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. Enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth flavors that everyone will love!

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 to al dente according to package directions, drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and one tablespoon butter. Once the butter is melted, add the shrimp in an even layer and cook for 2-2 ½ minutes on the first side.
Flip the shrimp to the second side, add the minced garlic, and season with ¼ teaspoon salt and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-2 ½ minutes or until the shrimp are pink and the garlic is softened.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium, add the remaining 5 tablespoons of butter. Once it’s melted, add the garlic powder and all-purpose flour. Whisk and cook for 1 minute until the flour is absorbed by the butter.
Slowly whisk in the whole milk and heavy cream until smooth and no lumps remain.
Allow the mixture to boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Whisk in the parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the fettuccine noodles to the skillet and toss to coat them with the sauce.
Add the shrimp back to the skillet and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Fresh parsley adds a nice color and flavor, but is optional.
Make sure the shrimp are patted dry to get a nice sear.
For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 650
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 910mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 23g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 175mg