Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb (450 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add Parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss in the cooked fettuccine and season with salt and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, include red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- Use gluten-free pasta if you prefer a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
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