Shrimp Alfredo Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Steps
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Shrimp
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp and season with salt and black pepper. Cook until the shrimp turns pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
Make the Alfredo Sauce
In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix well until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Combine Pasta and Shrimp
Add the cooked fettuccine and sautéed shrimp to the Alfredo sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- 5
Serve
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve the Shrimp Alfredo immediately while hot.