Description
Indulgent “Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine” elevates classic Italian comfort food with succulent seafood and rich homemade alfredo sauce. Luxurious pasta promises restaurant-quality dining right at home, ensuring delightful flavors in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100 grams) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (28 grams) unsalted butter
Pasta and Seasonings:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) fettuccine pasta
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a generously salted large pot of water and bring to a rolling boil. Submerge fettuccine, cooking until al dente while preserving 1/2 cup of starchy liquid before straining.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over moderate temperature. Introduce shrimp and aromatic garlic, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté until shrimp transforms to a vibrant pink and becomes translucent, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer cooked shellfish to a separate plate.
- Utilize the identical skillet to melt butter, incorporating minced garlic and allowing it to release its fragrant essence for one minute. Stream heavy cream into the pan, stirring consistently and maintaining a gentle simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Gradually integrate Parmesan cheese, whisking methodically until the sauce achieves a silky, uniform texture. Season with salt and pepper to enhance flavor profile.
- Introduce drained fettuccine into the creamy sauce, thoroughly coating each strand. Adjust sauce consistency by incorporating reserved pasta water if needed.
- Gently fold reserved shrimp into the pasta, ensuring even distribution. Plate immediately, optionally garnishing with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture, ensuring they are deveined and cleaned properly before cooking.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese instead of pre-packaged to enhance the sauce’s richness and create a smoother, more authentic taste.
- Control the sauce’s thickness by gradually adding reserved pasta water, which helps bind the ingredients and prevent the sauce from becoming too heavy or dry.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, and use less butter to reduce overall calorie content while maintaining a creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg