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Shrimp Alfredo

Shrimp Alfredo
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Shrimp Alfredo is a quick, creamy, and savory dinner featuring tender shrimp in a rich Alfredo sauce served over perfectly cooked pasta. This indulgent yet easy meal combines simple ingredients for a comforting and elegant dish perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Garnishes

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pasta: Start by boiling salted water and cooking the fettuccine or linguine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water for later.
  2. Cook the shrimp: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the shrimp, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Make the Alfredo sauce: In the same skillet, add more butter and the minced garlic, cooking until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently, stirring frequently. Slowly whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
  4. Combine everything: Add the cooked shrimp and pasta back into the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a burst of color and freshness, then serve immediately while warm and saucy.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp when possible for better texture and flavor.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp to avoid rubbery texture.
  • Use good-quality freshly grated Parmesan for best taste.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency without watering down flavor.
  • Serve immediately as Alfredo sauce thickens as it cools.

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