Description
Creamy shrimp fettuccine pasta with homemade alfredo sauce beckons with rich Italian coastal flavors and silky elegance. Seafood and pasta lovers will savor each luxurious bite of this comforting classic that brings Mediterranean warmth right to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, preparing to cook the fettuccine until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes.
- While the water heats, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- In a spacious skillet, melt butter over medium heat, then sauté minced garlic until fragrant and golden, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Introduce the seasoned shrimp to the skillet, cooking quickly for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and develop a slight golden exterior.
- Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside, keeping them warm.
- In the same skillet, pour heavy cream and cream cheese, whisking continuously to create a smooth, velvety base for the Alfredo sauce.
- Gradually sprinkle in grated parmesan cheese, stirring constantly to prevent clumping and ensure a silky texture.
- Drain the cooked fettuccine, reserving a small amount of pasta water to help adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Gently fold the cooked pasta into the creamy sauce, ensuring each strand is luxuriously coated.
- Reintroduce the perfectly cooked shrimp to the pasta, gently combining to distribute evenly.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, adding a burst of color and herbaceous flavor.
- Serve immediately, presenting a decadent and aromatic Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine that promises a restaurant-quality dining experience.
Notes
- Choose firm, fresh shrimp without discoloration or strong fishy smell for the best flavor and texture.
- Pat shrimp completely dry before seasoning to achieve beautiful golden searing and prevent watery cooking.
- Use room temperature cream cheese and heavy cream to create smoother, more consistent Alfredo sauce without lumps.
- Adjust sauce thickness by adding reserved pasta water incrementally, creating perfectly silky consistency that clings beautifully to pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg