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Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta With Homemade Alfredo Sauce – Rich, Velvety & Restaurant-Worthy

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Tender fettuccine tossed in a rich, homemade Alfredo sauce and topped with juicy garlic shrimp — an easy yet elegant dinner that tastes like a restaurant classic.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz fettuccine

  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)

  • 34 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1½ cups heavy cream

  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.

  • Season and sauté shrimp in olive oil and 1 tbsp butter until pink. Remove and set aside.

  • In the same pan, melt 3 tbsp butter and sauté garlic.

  • Add cream and simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.

  • Stir in Parmesan and season to taste.

  • Add pasta and shrimp to the sauce. Toss to coat.

  • Garnish with herbs and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use fresh Parmesan for smooth melting.

  • Add pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.