Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta

30 mins
Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Cook 3/4 lb fettuccine noodles in salted water according to package instructions. Do not rinse.
  2. 2Cook 3/4 lb fettuccine noodles in salted water according to package instructions. Do not rinse.
  3. 3Cook 3/4 lb fettuccine noodles in salted water according to package instructions. Do not rinse.
  4. 4Pat dry 1 lb of shrimp with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp paprika and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  5. 5Pat dry 1 lb of shrimp with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp paprika and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  6. 6Pat dry 1 lb of shrimp with paper towels, then season with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp paprika and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  7. 7Place a large pan over medium high heat and add 1 Tbsp of oil. Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side or just until cooked through.
  8. 8Place a large pan over medium high heat and add 1 Tbsp of oil. Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side or just until cooked through.
  9. 9Place a large pan over medium high heat and add 1 Tbsp of oil. Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2 minutes per side or just until cooked through.
  10. 10Finely chop half of a medium onion.
  11. 11Finely chop half of a medium onion.
  12. 12Finely chop half of a medium onion.
  13. 13In the same hot skillet, add 2 Tbsp of butter along with the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes or until soft and golden.
  14. 14In the same hot skillet, add 2 Tbsp of butter along with the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes or until soft and golden.
  15. 15In the same hot skillet, add 2 Tbsp of butter along with the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes or until soft and golden.
  16. 16Mince 1 garlic clove and add it to the pan, stirring for about a minute or until fragrant.
  17. 17Mince 1 garlic clove and add it to the pan, stirring for about a minute or until fragrant.
  18. 18Mince 1 garlic clove and add it to the pan, stirring for about a minute or until fragrant.
  19. 19Add 1/3 cup of white wine and cook until the liquid has mostly evaporated.
  20. 20Add 1/3 cup of white wine and cook until the liquid has mostly evaporated.
  21. 21Add 1/3 cup of white wine and cook until the liquid has mostly evaporated.
  22. 22Add 2 cups of cream, bring to a simmer and cook for another 2 minutes.
  23. 23Add 2 cups of cream, bring to a simmer and cook for another 2 minutes.
  24. 24Add 2 cups of cream, bring to a simmer and cook for another 2 minutes.
  25. 25Sprinkle 1/3 cup of parmesan cheese, stir until the cheese melts and the Alfredo sauce is smooth.
  26. 26Sprinkle 1/3 cup of parmesan cheese, stir until the cheese melts and the Alfredo sauce is smooth.
  27. 27Sprinkle 1/3 cup of parmesan cheese, stir until the cheese melts and the Alfredo sauce is smooth.
  28. 28Turn off the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  29. 29Turn off the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  30. 30Turn off the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  31. 31Add the cooked pasta and shrimp and stir until the noodles are well coated.
  32. 32Add the cooked pasta and shrimp and stir until the noodles are well coated.
  33. 33Add the cooked pasta and shrimp and stir until the noodles are well coated.
  34. 34Add fresh parsley for garnish.
  35. 35Add fresh parsley for garnish.
  36. 36Add fresh parsley for garnish.

Ingredients

  • 0.75 lb fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 0.75 lb fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 0.75 lb fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 Tbsp oil
  • 1 Tbsp oil
  • 1 Tbsp oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 0.33 cup white wine
  • 0.33 cup white wine
  • 0.33 cup white wine
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 0.33 cup parmesan cheese
  • 0.33 cup parmesan cheese
  • 0.33 cup parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp pepper
  • 0.25 tsp pepper
  • 0.25 tsp pepper
  • 0.25 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 tsp paprika
  • 1 sprinkle parsley or basil
  • 1 sprinkle parsley or basil
  • 1 sprinkle parsley or basil

Equipment

PotLarge panPaper towelsKnifeCutting boardWooden spoonTongs