Shrimp Alfredo
Recipe: #16667
January 11, 2015
Categories: Shrimp, Penne One-Pot Meal, Fathers Day, Romantic Dinner, Sunday Dinner, more
"This is a fairly high fat dish but once in a a while is okay to go all the way :)"
Original is 5 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (435.8 g)
- Calories 965.2
- Total Fat - 31.9 g
- Saturated Fat - 14.9 g
- Cholesterol - 209.7 mg
- Sodium - 1029.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 145.2 g
- Dietary Fiber - 10.9 g
- Sugars - 45 g
- Protein - 29.7 g
- Calcium - 292.3 mg
- Iron - 1.8 mg
- Vitamin C - 13.9 mg
- Thiamin - 0.4 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
Step 2
Meanwhile, melt butter together with the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in onion, and cook until softened and translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in garlic, red bell pepper, and mushrooms; cook over medium-high heat until soft, about 2 minutes more.
Step 3
Stir in the shrimp, and cook until firm and pink. Pour in Alfredo sauce, Parmesan cheese, and whipping cream; bring to a simmer stirring constantly until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with cayenne, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir drained pasta into the sauce, and serve sprinkled with chopped parsley.
Step 4
Serve more Parmesan at the table.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Be sure to use fresh Parmesan cheese for the best flavor.
- For the shrimp, look for ones that are medium-sized and already peeled and deveined.
- Substitute olive oil with avocado oil - Avocado oil is a healthier alternative to olive oil, as it has a higher smoke point and is rich in monounsaturated fats. Avocado oil is also high in antioxidants, making it a great choice for this dish.
- Substitute shrimp with chicken - Chicken is a leaner alternative to shrimp and is a good source of protein. It is also a good way to add more flavor to the dish without adding too much fat or calories.
Vegetarian Alfredo Replace the shrimp with 1/2 pound of diced eggplant and 1/2 pound of diced zucchini. Cook the vegetables with the onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened. Omit the shrimp and proceed with the recipe as directed.
Garlic Roasted Broccoli - This dish is a great accompaniment to the Shrimp Alfredo, as it adds a healthy and flavorful contrast to the richness of the dish. Roasting the broccoli in garlic and olive oil will bring out the natural sweetness of the vegetable and add a delicious crunch.
Herbed Potato Wedges: These herbed potato wedges are the perfect side dish to balance out the richness of the Shrimp Alfredo. The potatoes are seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and thyme for a flavorful and savory accompaniment. Roasting the potatoes in the oven will give them a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
FAQ
Q: What type of pasta should I use?
A: For this recipe, use dry penne pasta. Any other type of pasta may not work as well.
Q: How much cheese do I need?
A: For this recipe, you will need 1/2 cup of grated cheese. You can use any type of cheese you like.
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Fun facts:
The Alfredo sauce, which is a key ingredient in this recipe, was created by Alfredo di Lelio in Rome in the early 1900s. He served the dish to his wife, Ines, who was pregnant at the time, as a way to help her gain weight.
The original Alfredo sauce recipe was made famous by the American film stars Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks, who had it served to them when they visited Italy. The couple liked it so much that they brought the recipe back to the US, where it became popular.