Indulgent Creamy Shrimp Alfredo
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Serves: 4 people
Ingredients:
- 1 lb The Big Prawn Shrimp,Raw Peeled and Deveined
- 12 oz (340 g) fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
3. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water, and set aside. - Prepare the Shrimp:
1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. 2.
Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. 3.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside. - Make the Alfredo Sauce:
1. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute
until fragrant. 2. Pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine.
3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. 4. Gradually whisk
in the grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. 5. Season with
salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using). - Combine and Serve:
1. Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly.
2. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water to reach the desired
consistency.
3. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently toss to
combine. 4. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Enjoy your creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta in white sauce!