Shrimp Alfredo pasta is a popular and delectable dish that blends juicy shrimp with a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce. It’s a traditional Italian-inspired meal that many seafood and pasta lovers adore. Here’s a basic recipe to get you started:

8 ounces fettuccine pasta – 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp – 3 tablespoons butter – 3 chopped garlic cloves – 1 cup heavy cream – 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

• Season with salt and pepper to taste – Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Cook the fettuccine pasta until al dente according to package directions. Set aside after draining.
2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
3. Cook the shrimp in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque. Take the shrimp out of the skillet and set aside.
4. Turn down the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well and let aside for a few minutes to thicken somewhat.
5. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring frequently, until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
6. Season the sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Remember that Parmesan cheese is naturally salty, so adjust appropriately.
7. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and stir in the Alfredo sauce until evenly coated. Cook for another minute or two to reheat the shrimp.
8. Toss the cooked fettuccine pasta with the sauce and shrimp in the skillet until everything is equally mixed.
9. Remove from the heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
10. Serve the shrimp Alfredo pasta while it is still hot. If preferred, serve it with a side salad or garlic toast.

To enhance the flavors, feel free to add extra ingredients such as sautéed mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, or spinach. Have fun with your homemade shrimp Alfredo pasta!

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