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Creamy shrimp alfredo

Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 680

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta
  • 1 tablespoon salt for boiling water
For the Shrimp and Sauce
  • 1 pound large raw shrimp peeled and deveined, 21-25 count
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • cup white wine Chardonnay recommended
  • 2 cups whipping cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika or to taste
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon parsley finely chopped
  • Parmesan cheese additional, optional

Method
 

  1. Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain without rinsing and set aside.
  2. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté onion until soft and golden. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Pour in white wine and reduce by 75%. Stir in whipping cream, bring to a simmer, and cook 2 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  4. Add drained pasta and Parmesan to the sauce, stirring until creamy. Return shrimp to pan and toss. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Nutrition

Calories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 32gFat: 40gCholesterol: 275mgSodium: 1000mg

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Notes

Pro Tips:
  • Wine substitute — use chicken broth if you prefer.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan — gives the best texture and flavor.
  • Leftovers — store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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