Ingredients
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Gather these simple ingredients, and you’re halfway to a delightful meal:
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
If you’re out of Parmesan, feel free to use Pecorino Romano. And if heavy cream isn’t in your fridge, half-and-half can be a decent substitute in a pinch.
Instructions
Let’s dive into making this delicious meal:
- Start by cooking the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, seasoning with lemon pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring occasionally, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt completely.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the creamy sauce.
- Return the shrimp to the skillet, add lemon juice, and toss everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Pro tip: Keep an eye on the shrimp as they cook. Overcooked shrimp can become rubbery, and we want them tender and juicy, just like my mom’s perfect timing with her magical tomato dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Lemon Pepper Shrimp Alfredo, recipe, cooking, food
