Fettuccine With Shrimp And Cream Sauce

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, garlicky Italian pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp tossed in a velvety cream sauce with mushrooms and fresh herbs.
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Fettuccine With Shrimp And Cream Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 649.3

Description

This decadent Fettuccine with Shrimp and Cream Sauce is the ultimate comfort food for weeknight dinners or special occasions. The dish combines tender jumbo shrimp with earthy mushrooms, fresh parsley, and a luxurious blend of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. The garlic-infused sauce clings perfectly to the wide fettuccine noodles, creating a harmonious balance of savory, creamy, and aromatic flavors. Its quick enough for a busy Tuesday yet elegant enough to impress guests. The key is not to overcook the shrimp and to adjust the sauce consistency to your liking. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and extra cheese for a restaurant-quality meal at home.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cook fettuccine noodles according to package directions in boiling water with oil.
  2. While noodles are cooking, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chopped garlic and shrimp; cook until shrimp turn pink, but do not allow garlic to turn brown.
  4. Add parsley, mushrooms, onions, and red pepper; saut for 1 minute.
  5. Add flour, mix thoroughly, and add wine.
  6. Simmer for about 30 seconds, then add cream and heat through.
  7. Drain noodles and add to sauce with half the grated cheese.
  8. Fold in gently until noodles are well coated and cheese is melted.
  9. Season lightly with salt.
  10. Garnish with chopped parsley and additional grated cheese and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 649.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50.2g78%
Saturated Fat 13.5g68%
Cholesterol 228.6mg77%
Sodium 1094.9mg46%
Total Carbohydrate 24.7g9%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g7%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 30.2g61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

If the sauce is too thin, continue heating until it reduces to a creamy consistency.

If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more cream to reach the desired texture.

Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they will become rubbery if cooked too long. Remove them from heat as soon as they turn pink and opaque.

Keywords: fettuccine, shrimp, cream sauce, garlic, italian pasta, mushrooms, parmesan, seafood pasta, weeknight dinner, comfort food, heavy cream, pasta recipe, shrimp scampi, easy dinner, garlic shrimp
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