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Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta with Alfredo Sauce – A Luxurious 30-Minute Dinner

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Tender shrimp tossed with fettuccine and coated in a creamy homemade Alfredo sauce — the perfect fast, elegant dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz fettuccine pasta

  • 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled & deveined

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt, pepper, ½ tsp paprika

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan

  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

  • ¼ cup pasta water (reserved)

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook pasta; reserve water and drain.

  • Sear shrimp in olive oil with seasoning. Remove and set aside.

  • In same pan, melt butter. Sauté garlic 30 sec.

  • Add cream, simmer 3–4 min. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.

  • Toss pasta with sauce. Add shrimp. Use pasta water to loosen.

  • Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Use half-and-half for lighter version. Add veggies or red pepper flakes for variety. Don’t overcook shrimp or sauce.