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Creamy Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Recipe Easy Homemade Indulgent Dinner

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A rich and comforting creamy shrimp Alfredo pasta with a velvety sauce made from cream cheese and Parmesan, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for shrimp)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (for shrimp)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (for sauce)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced (for sauce)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (115 g)
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (100 g)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
  • 12 ounces fettuccine or linguine pasta (340 g)
  • Salted water for boiling pasta
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Extra Parmesan for serving

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces of fettuccine or linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining pasta in a colander. Set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add shrimp seasoned with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt 4 tablespoons butter. Add 3 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add 4 ounces softened cream cheese in chunks and whisk until melted and smooth. Gradually stir in 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese until sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if using.
  5. Add drained pasta to the skillet with Alfredo sauce. Toss to coat evenly, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce feels too thick. Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently mix.
  6. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on the side.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and melting. Keep sauce on medium to low heat to prevent breaking. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. If sauce starts to separate, reduce heat and whisk vigorously. Leftovers keep well for up to 2 days refrigerated; reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream.

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