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!

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

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

Enjoy Your Meal!

This creamy garlic butter shrimp pasta is now ready to be enjoyed! Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a comforting dish. Don’t forget to share your experience in the comments below!

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