Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Indulge in a savory and satisfying dish with this Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is easy to follow and absolutely delicious!
Garlic
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
Boil Water
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
Cook Pasta
- Add fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Sauté the Shrimp
Grains & Pasta
Melt Butter
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp of unsalted butter over medium heat.
Cook Shrimp
- Sauté the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Step 3: Prepare the Sauce
Melt Remaining Butter
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tbsp of butter.
Fried garlic
- Add the chopped garlic and stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add Cream
- Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in Cheese
- Incorporate 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, mixing well until smooth.
Step 4: Combine Pasta and Shrimp
Mix Pasta and Sauce
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss in the garlic butter sauce.
Add Shrimp
- Add the cooked shrimp and mix until everything is well-coated in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
FINISH PLATE
