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Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta

A deliciously creamy pasta dish featuring shrimp, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a romantic date night.
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Préparation 10 minutes
Cuisson 20 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Portions: 4 servings
Plat: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Préparation Notes

Ingrédients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 oz fettuccine pasta Can substitute with gluten-free fettuccine or other pasta.
Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Can substitute with chicken, scallops, or tofu.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Other options include butter or coconut oil.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Be careful not to burn.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Optional substitutions: half-and-half or evaporated milk.
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Nutritional yeast can be used as a dairy-free substitute.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Préparation
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients and tools to prepare for cooking.
Cooking
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat for about a minute.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and continue stirring until melted and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
  8. Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes et conservation

For best results, avoid overcooking shrimp and burning garlic. You can customize the pasta with seasonal vegetables or spices.