Blackened Shrimp Alfredo Recipe
alfredo sauce, parmesan, penne
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Shrimp
Alfredo Sauce
Garnish
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Penne Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Shrimp Preparation
- 2
Season and Cook the Shrimp
In a bowl, toss the shrimp with blackening seasoning until well coated. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are opaque and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Alfredo Sauce Preparation
- 3
Make the Alfredo Sauce
In the same skillet used for the shrimp, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Slowly stir in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Combine and Serve
- 4
Combine Everything
Add the cooked penne pasta and blackened shrimp to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce. Toss until the pasta and shrimp are well coated with the sauce. Heat through for an additional 1-2 minutes if needed.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Serve the Blackened Shrimp Alfredo hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
