Cajun Shrimp Alfredo Fettuccine

Blackened shrimp tossed with creamy Cajun Alfredo sauce and fettuccine for a spicy, indulgent pescatarian dinner.

Ingredients

• 12 oz fettuccine
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 2 tbsp butter, divided
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Instructions

1. PREP AHEAD
2. - Peel shrimp; pat dry; toss with Cajun seasoning.
3. - Grate Parmesan; mince garlic; chop parsley.
4. - Bring large pot salted water to boil for pasta.
5. - Warm cream; keep ½ cup pasta water cup nearby.
6. COOKING STEPS
7. 1. Cook fettuccine until al dente; reserve ½ cup starchy water, drain.
8. 2. Melt 1 Tbsp butter in wide skillet over medium-high; sear shrimp 2 min per side until pink; remove to plate.
9. 3. Add remaining butter; sauté garlic 30 sec. Pour in cream; simmer 3 min until slightly thick.
10. 4. Whisk in Parmesan until silky. Tip in drained pasta; toss, adding spoonfuls reserved water for creamy coating.
11. 5. Fold shrimp back in; heat 30 sec. Sprinkle parsley and extra Cajun pinch. Serve piping-hot.
12. (Active time ≈ 20 min | Total ≈ 30 min)

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