Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo: Indulgent Homemade Comfort Food
Indulge in a creamy and delicious homemade Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo, perfect for a comforting meal any time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until they are pink and opaque.
- Stir in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and mix until it melts and the sauce thickens.
- Combine the cooked fettuccine with the sauce and shrimp, mixing well.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
- Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg