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Shrimp Alfredo

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Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy shrimp alfredo recipe combines juicy, tender shrimp, al dente linguine, and creamy Alfredo sauce for a super satisfying meal in under 30 minutes! Simple ingredients make this a go-to comfort food favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 16 ounces linguine
  • 1/2 cup pasta water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil + more for tossing the pasta
  • 9 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 pound thawed raw extra-large shrimp (26-30) or jumbo shrimp (21-25), peeled, deveined, and tail-off
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 16 ounces heavy cream
  • 8 ounces freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
  • fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta just until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Toss pasta with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large saute pan over medium heat.
  3. Pat 1 pound of thawed shrimp dry with a paper towel. Add shrimp to a medium bowl and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with Italian seasoning, paprika, and a couple large pinches of salt and pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly.
  4. Sear shrimp for 1-2 minutes on each side, until just cooked through and opaque. Remove from pan and set aside.
  5. Cut the remaining butter into 8 slices, add to the large sauté pan (without wiping out the pan), and reduce heat to low.
  6. Add garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds, stirring frequently. Do not allow garlic to brown!
  7. Whisk in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  8. Reduce heat to low or medium-low and simmer gently (do not boil!), whisking frequently, for about 3-4 minutes or until it thickens slightly. It should easily coat the back of a spoon.
  9. Remove the pan from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper until the cheese melts.
  10. Add cooked pasta, and a couple splashes of pasta water, and toss to coat evenly. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  11. Add cooked shrimp and return to medium-low heat for a couple minutes or until everything is warmed through. Garnish with parsley and serve!
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Notes

    • Season well with salt and pepper. The ingredient list for this shrimp pasta is short and sweet which means salt and pepper are going to go a long way in boosting the overall flavors.

    • Don’t overcook the shrimp. Cook the shrimp just until it turns pink, is opaque, and curls into a “c” shape.

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