Classic Fettuccine Alfredo with Sautéed Garlic Shrimp

Ingredients

For the Pasta:
- 12 oz fettuccine
- 1 tablespoon salt (for pasta water)

For the Alfredo Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced

For the Sautéed Garlic Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook the Fettuccine:
- Fill a large pot with water and add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring it to a boil over high heat.
- Add the fettuccine to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

2. Prepare the Alfredo Sauce:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
- Add 1 clove of minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring constantly until the mixture is hot but not boiling, about 3 minutes.
- Slowly add 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
- If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

3. Sauté the Garlic Shrimp:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until golden.
- Add the shrimp, season with 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and opaque.

4. Combine and Serve:
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the Alfredo sauce, gently tossing to coat the pasta completely.
- Divide the sauced pasta onto plates and top each serving with sautéed shrimp.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Total Time

PT30M
30 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Fettuccine Alfredo, Garlic Shrimp, Creamy Pasta, Italian Cuisine, Quick Dinner, Seafood Pasta, Comfort Food, Classic Recipe, Gourmet, Easy Recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 2400 calories (600 calories per serving)

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