Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta With Homemade Alfredo Sauce Ingredients :

Ingredients (Serves 4)

Pasta & Shrimp

• 12 oz fettuccine pasta
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)

Homemade Alfredo Sauce

• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Garnish

• Fresh parsley
• Extra Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta
   Boil fettuccine in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
2. Cook the shrimp
   Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat oil or butter in a skillet and cook shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
3. Make the Alfredo sauce
   In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds. Stir in heavy cream and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
4. Add Parmesan
   Whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using.
5. Combine everything
   Add cooked pasta and shrimp to the sauce. Toss until coated. Use reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
6. Serve
   Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

Tips

• Freshly grated Parmesan melts smoother than pre-shredded cheese.
• Don’t overcook shrimp — they cook very quickly.
• Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.