Fettuccine and Shrimp Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥘 Yield: Serves 4
Description:
This delightful recipe for Fettuccine and Shrimp, adapted from Family Circle, originally featured scallops but has been customized to showcase succulent shrimp, resulting in a harmonious marriage of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Please note that the prep time excludes cleaning the shrimp, so be sure to factor that into your schedule.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup artichoke hearts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 sun-dried tomato, chopped
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup half-and-half
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 12 fresh basil leaves
- 1 package (8 ounces) fettuccine
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Before you begin, ensure the shrimp are cleaned and deveined, and all the vegetables are chopped as per the ingredient list.
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Cooking:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped sun-dried tomato, shallots, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet along with the dry white wine. Cook for 2-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn opaque but are not fully cooked. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
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Prepare the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, pour in the milk, half-and-half, grated Parmesan cheese, and freshly ground black pepper. Lower the heat and simmer the sauce, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until it becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
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Combine Ingredients:
- To the skillet, add the artichoke hearts, torn basil leaves, and the cooked shrimp. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the shrimp are heated through and fully cooked.
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Cook Fettuccine:
- Meanwhile, cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the cooked pasta and arrange it on a serving platter.
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Final Touches:
- Spoon the shrimp and sauce over the cooked fettuccine. Toss gently to coat the pasta evenly with the flavorful sauce.
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Serve:
- Serve the Fettuccine and Shrimp immediately, garnished with additional basil leaves or grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your delightful culinary creation!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 668.6
- Fat: 16.5g
- Saturated Fat: 6.8g
- Cholesterol: 271.7mg
- Sodium: 835.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 83.1g
- Fiber: 9.2g
- Sugar: 5.5g
- Protein: 46g
Tips:
- For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the shrimp with sliced mushrooms or tofu for added protein.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic, shallots, or sun-dried tomatoes according to your taste preferences.
- Serve with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad to complete the meal.
Now, gather your ingredients and get ready to delight your family and friends with this delectable Fettuccine and Shrimp recipe!
