Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta
Directions
- 1Cook 3/4 lb fettuccine noodles in salted water according to package instructions. Do not rinse.
- 2Pat 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.
- 3Place 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.
- 4Finely chop half of a medium onion.
- 5In 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.
- 6Mince 1 garlic clove and add it to the pan, stirring for about a minute or until fragrant.
- 7Add 1/3 cup of white wine and cook until the liquid has mostly evaporated.
- 8Add 2 cups of cream, bring to a simmer and cook for another 2 minutes.
- 9Sprinkle 1/3 cup of parmesan cheese, stir until the cheese melts and the Alfredo sauce is smooth.
- 10Turn off the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11Add the cooked pasta and shrimp and stir until the noodles are well coated.
- 12Add fresh parsley for garnish.
Ingredients
- 0.75 lb fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 Tbsp oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp butter
- 1 garlic clove
- 0.33 cup white wine
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 0.33 cup parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp pepper
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 1 sprinkle parsley or basil
Equipment
PotLarge panPaper towelsKnifeCutting boardWooden spoonTongs
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