Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Recipe for a Decadent Dinner
If you’re looking for a dish that’s sure to impress your taste buds, this creamy shrimp alfredo recipe is the perfect choice. With succulent shrimp and a rich and indulgent Alfredo sauce, this recipe is perfect for a romantic dinner or a special occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound of raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook the fettuccine pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir well. Add the grated parmesan cheese and continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss with the Alfredo sauce until the pasta is coated evenly.
- Add the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently mix everything together.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.