Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of homemade Shrimp Alfredo, a dish that effortlessly combines succulent shrimp with a rich, velvety sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, bringing restaurant-quality flavors to your table in just 30 minutes. With its delightful mix of garlic, Parmesan, and Asiago cheeses, every bite is a burst of flavor that will impress family and friends alike. Serve it over fettuccine or your favorite pasta for a comforting meal that feels indulgent yet simple.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large uncooked shrimp
- 3/4 lb fettuccine
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 cups half-and-half
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1/2 cup Asiago cheese (grated)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by measuring and thawing shrimp.
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook shrimp until pink (about 2–3 minutes per side). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour and cook until lightly golden.
- Gradually add half-and-half while whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle bubble, then reduce heat and simmer until thickened.
- Stir in cheeses until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Gently toss in cooked shrimp and heat through before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 220mg