One Pan Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
16 ounces large shrimp peeled, deveined, and tails removed
2 cloves garlic minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
8 ounces fettuccine noodles dry
1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon pepper
pinch nutmeg
parsley as a garnish
Instructions:
-In a sauté pan over medium heat, add two tablespoons of butter.
-Once hot, add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes each side, or until opaque. Transfer to a plate or bowl and cover to keep warm.
-Add remaining butter and minced garlic to pan. Cook for 30 seconds, making sure not to burn (garlic will cook quickly).
-Add chicken broth, milk, and fettuccine noodles. Stir noodles to separate.
-Once liquid comes to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 11 minutes (or until al dente according to your pasta’s package directions). Stir once halfway through to separate noodles.
-Remove lid. Most of liquid should be absorbed. Add heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, pepper, and nutmeg.
-Stir until cheese is melted. Add shrimp and stir to combone.
-Remove pan from heat allow to set for 5 minutes to allow for sauce to thicken.
-Garnish with parsley before serving.
