Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo

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👨‍🍳 Instructions:

🔹 1. Cook the Pasta:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook fettuccine until al dente according to package instructions.
  3. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.

🔹 2. Cook the Shrimp:

  1. Pat shrimp dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tbsp olive oil or butter.
  3. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds more. Remove shrimp and set aside.

🔹 3. Make the Alfredo Sauce:

  1. In the same skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium heat.
  2. Add heavy cream and simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, stirring often.
  3. Reduce heat to low and whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth and melted.
  4. Season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder.
  5. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.

🔹 4. Combine and Serve:

  1. Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss gently to coat.
  2. Return shrimp to the pan and stir to warm through.
  3. Garnish with chopped parsley and more Parmesan.
  4. Serve immediately with garlic bread or salad.

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

🔹 1. Cook the Pasta:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook fettuccine until al dente according to package instructions.
  3. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.

🔹 2. Cook the Shrimp:

  1. Pat shrimp dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 2 tbsp olive oil or butter.
  3. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds more. Remove shrimp and set aside.

🔹 3. Make the Alfredo Sauce:

  1. In the same skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium heat.
  2. Add heavy cream and simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, stirring often.
  3. Reduce heat to low and whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth and melted.
  4. Season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder.
  5. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.

🔹 4. Combine and Serve:

  1. Add cooked fettuccine to the sauce and toss gently to coat.
  2. Return shrimp to the pan and stir to warm through.
  3. Garnish with chopped parsley and more Parmesan.
  4. Serve immediately with garlic bread or salad.

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