Shrimp Alfredo
Ingredients
For the Alfredo Sauce:
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Shrimp and Pasta:
1 lb fettuccine pasta
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Sauté the Shrimp:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Season shrimp with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
For the Alfredo Sauce:
In the same pan you used for the shrimp, over low heat, melt the butter.
Add the heavy cream and bring to a low simmer, stirring frequently.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk to incorporate. Set aside.
For the Pasta:
Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Add the cooked fettuccine and the shrimp to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss to combine.
To Serve:
Plate the shrimp fettuccine Alfredo, garnishing with chopped parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy your indulgent meal.