Description
Indulge in a bowl of creamy Shrimp Alfredo pasta that feels like a warm hug after a long day. This quick and easy recipe comes together in about 25 minutes.
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss cooked fettuccine in the sauce.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter option, swap half and half for heavy cream and add vegetables for added texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian