Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
1122 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Olive Garden Shrimp Alfredo
Description
This recipe begins by cooking fettuccine pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions to achieve appropriate tenderness. Shrimp are seasoned with salt and pepper, then sautéed in butter with chopped garlic to infuse flavor while cooking quickly until just pink and opaque, ensuring tenderness.
The Alfredo sauce is prepared by gently heating heavy cream and butter without boiling, then whisking in freshly grated Parmesan cheese to create a smooth, velvety sauce. Garlic powder may be added for extra subtle garlic flavor.
Once all components are ready, the cooked pasta is tossed with the shrimp and Alfredo sauce to evenly coat each strand and piece of shrimp. The dish is served immediately to enjoy the creamy sauce and tender seafood.
Care is advised to avoid overcooking both pasta and shrimp to retain the best texture. Using freshly grated Parmesan strongly improves the sauce's richness and texture. If sauce appears thin, adding a small amount of cream cheese can thicken it.
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 12 ounces Shrimp medium-sized, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic chopped
Pasta
- 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta dry
Alfredo Sauce
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 4 ounces butter
- 3/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder optional
Instructions
Pasta Directions
- Salt water for pasta in a large pot, and bring to a boil.
- Cook pasta for the time recommended on the pasta.
Shrimp Directions
- Season shrimp with salt and black pepper.
- Saute shrimp by adding butter to a pan over medium heat. When the pan is hot add chopped garlic and saute for about 30 seconds.
- Saute shrimp on each side for about 2 to 3 minutes. The shrimp should be pink.
Alfredo Sauce Directions
- Prepare the Alfredo sauce by combining the cream and butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Do not let the mixture come to a boil, but heat until small bubbles begin to form.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and whisk quickly. Add the garlic powder and continue to whisk.
Serving the Shirmp Alfredo
- Place cooked pasta into a large bowl. Add cooked shrimp and alfredo sauce. Toss together. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Cook pasta just to al dente; residual heat will finish cooking after mixing.
- Cook shrimp until just pink to avoid rubbery texture.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best sauce flavor and consistency.
- If the Alfredo sauce is too thin, add cream cheese gradually to thicken.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1122 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1122kcal | 56% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 38g | 76% |
| Fat | 77g | 118% |
| Saturated Fat | 47g | 235% |
| Cholesterol | 462mg | 154% |
| Sodium | 1516mg | 63% |
| Potassium | 370mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 2705IU | 54% |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 433mg | 43% |
| Iron | 3.1mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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