Signature Alfredo Recipe
Shrimp & Crawfish Alfredo
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Seafood
Alfredo Sauce
Garnish
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add fettuccine pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside, reserving a small cup of pasta water.
Cooking Seafood
- 4
Sauté Shrimp
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 5
Making Alfredo Sauce
- 6
- 7
Add Garlic
Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 8
Add Cream
Pour in heavy cream and stir well. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- 9
Add Cheese
Gradually whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 10
Season Sauce
Season the sauce with black pepper and salt to taste.
Combining Ingredients
- 11
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained fettuccine to the Alfredo sauce, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
- 12
Add Seafood
Gently fold in the sautéed shrimp and crawfish into the pasta and sauce mixture.
