Sure, here’s a delightful recipe for Shrimp Fettuccine that’s bound to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds! π€π
Shrimp Fettuccine
Description:
Indulge in a rich and colorful fettuccine dish that will steal the show at your next dinner or party. This recipe, generously shared by my Creole aunt, promises to capture hearts with its irresistible flavors and satisfying textures.
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/4 | cup butter |
| 3 | tablespoons flour |
| 1 | onion, finely chopped |
| 3 | green onions, chopped |
| 1 | garlic clove, minced |
| 2 | teaspoons salt |
| 2 | teaspoons pepper |
| 1 | tablespoon parsley |
| 1 | cup parmesan cheese |
| 1/2 | cup sharp cheddar cheese |
| 1 | cup white wine |
| 16 | ounces shrimp, peeled and deveined |
| 1/4 | cup heavy cream |
| 1 | zucchini, sliced |
| Fettuccine, cooked according to package instructions |
Instructions:
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Melt butter: In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Blend flour: Once the butter is melted, add the flour to the skillet and blend it well with the butter to form a smooth paste.
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Add aromatics: Stir in the finely chopped onion, green onions, minced garlic, salt, pepper, parsley, and sliced zucchini.
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Cook: Cook the mixture over medium heat for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
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Prepare fettuccine: While the sauce is simmering, cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Add shrimp: To the saucepan, add the peeled and deveined shrimp along with the white wine and heavy cream. Simmer the mixture gently until the shrimp are cooked through, about 12 minutes.
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Combine: Once the shrimp are cooked, mix the shrimp and sauce with the cooked fettuccine, ensuring that the pasta is evenly coated with the flavorful sauce.
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Add cheese: Sprinkle the grated parmesan and sharp cheddar cheese over the shrimp and pasta mixture.
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Melt cheese: Reduce the heat to low and stir the pasta gently until the cheese is fully melted and incorporated into the sauce.
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Serve: Serve the shrimp fettuccine hot, garnished with additional chopped green onions or parsley if desired.
This dish pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad and a glass of chilled white wine. Enjoy the rich flavors and vibrant colors of this Cajun-inspired masterpiece that’s sure to become a family favorite! π·π₯
