🍤 Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo 🍤

📣 A Creamy Delight in Every Bite - Perfect for Busy Weeknights or Leisurely Weekend Dinners! 📣

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- Additional Parmesan cheese for serving

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. **Cook the Pasta**: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. **Sauté the Shrimp**: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. **Make the Alfredo Sauce**: In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it starts to thicken. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water as needed.
4. **Combine Ingredients**: Add the cooked fettuccine and shrimp to the Alfredo sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta and shrimp evenly with the sauce.
5. **Serve**: Plate the dish, garnished with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your creamy and delicious Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo!

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 650
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Proteins: 31g
- Fats: 36g
- Note: Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream and use low-fat Parmesan cheese.
- Add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for an extra nutritional boost and a pop of color.

⏳ Preparation time 🍰
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes