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Luxurious Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Recipe

Luxurious Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Recipe
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Indulge in this Luxurious Shrimp Alfredo Pasta, a creamy and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp sautéed to perfection and tossed with fettuccine in a rich homemade Alfredo sauce made from butter, heavy cream, garlic, Parmesan, and Romano cheeses. Garnished with fresh parsley and basil, this recipe is a delightful dinner option that combines elegance and ease in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Pasta

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta

Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Romano cheese
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Prepare the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside to keep warm.
  2. Cook Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic and Melt Butter: In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
  4. Prepare Alfredo Sauce: Slowly pour in the heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir continuously as you add the grated Parmesan and Romano cheeses, allowing them to melt completely and create a smooth, creamy sauce.
  5. Season Sauce: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning to your preference.
  6. Toss Pasta and Shrimp: Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce and toss to coat the pasta evenly. Then return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, tossing gently to combine everything well.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and optionally fresh basil leaves over the pasta. Serve immediately to enjoy this rich and comforting dish at its best.

Notes

  • For creamier sauce, use heavy cream with at least 36% fat content.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan and Romano cheese will melt better than pre-grated cheese which often contains anti-caking agents.
  • Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture; they cook quickly and become opaque when done.
  • You can substitute fettuccine with linguine or tagliatelle if preferred.
  • For a lighter version, consider substituting half of the heavy cream with whole milk, but the sauce will be less rich.
  • Adding a pinch of nutmeg to the sauce can enhance flavor complexity.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days, but sauce may thicken; gently reheat with a splash of cream or milk.

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Keywords: Shrimp Alfredo, Shrimp Pasta, Fettuccine Alfredo, Creamy Pasta, Italian Seafood Pasta

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