Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo (Printer-Friendly Version)

Succulent shrimp and silky fettuccine cooked together in a luscious, creamy alfredo sauce with garlic.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 240 milliliters whole milk
03 - 120 milliliters heavy cream
04 - 60 grams freshly grated Parmesan cheese

→ Seafood

05 - 450 grams large peeled and deveined shrimp

→ Pasta

06 - 225 grams fettuccine noodles

→ Broth and Seasoning

07 - 240 milliliters low sodium chicken broth
08 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
11 - A pinch of ground nutmeg

→ Herbs

12 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside to prevent overcooking.
02 - Add any remaining butter to the skillet. Stir in finely minced garlic and cook, stirring constantly, for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
03 - Pour chicken broth and whole milk into the pan. Add fettuccine noodles, using tongs to separate and coat them evenly. Bring to a gentle boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for approximately 11 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until pasta is al dente.
04 - Remove lid and stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan, freshly cracked black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Stir continuously over low heat until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
05 - Return shrimp to the skillet and remove from heat. Let the dish rest uncovered for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld and sauce to thicken.
06 - Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top just before serving. Serve directly from the skillet for a cozy presentation.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Pat shrimp dry before cooking for a better sear and texture.
02 - Grate Parmesan fresh from the block to ensure smooth melting.
03 - Allow pasta to rest after cooking so the sauce thickens properly without added thickeners.

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