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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo with Mushrooms
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and let the sauce thicken for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked fettuccine pasta and cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and shrimp are coated with the creamy alfredo sauce.
- Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot. Enjoy!
Creamy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo with added mushrooms is a delectable twist on the classic Italian dish. This rich and indulgent pasta dish has a history rooted in Italian-American cuisine, with its origins tracing back to the mid-20th century. Renowned chefs in Italian-American restaurants in New York City and Chicago are credited with popularizing this dish, infusing it with their culinary expertise and creativity. The addition of mushrooms brings a delightful earthy flavor and texture to the creamy alfredo sauce, elevating the dish to new heights. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in upscale Italian eateries and fine dining establishments, where chefs meticulously prepare the creamy garlic shrimp alfredo with added mushrooms to perfection. The key to achieving the best flavor lies in using high-quality ingredients, such as fresh shrimp, aromatic garlic, and a variety of mushrooms like cremini or shiitake. Whether it's served over fettuccine or linguine, this dish is a true indulgence for pasta lovers.
35 min
4
550 calories
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