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Shrimp Pasta in Alfredo Spinach Sauce

Cultural Context

Shrimp Pasta in Alfredo Spinach Sauce is a delightful fusion of Italian flavors, showcasing the creamy richness of Alfredo sauce paired with succulent shrimp and fresh spinach. This dish has become a staple in many American households, often enjoyed for its comforting taste and quick preparation. The combination of pasta and seafood reflects a broader trend in Italian-American cuisine, where traditional recipes are adapted with local ingredients and preferences, making it a beloved choice for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb shrimp
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup scallion
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 scotch bonnet pepper, minced
3 cloves garlic
12 oz fettuccine pasta
1 cup Mexican cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor

1

Put a pot on the stove and allow it to heat up.

2

Add butter to the pot and let it melt.

3

Add seasoned shrimp to the pot and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.

4

Add more butter to the pot and then add flour; turn the stove to low heat.

5

Cook the flour nicely to make a roux.

6

Add heavy cream to the roux and whisk to combine, ensuring there are no lumps.

7

Add paprika, seasoned salt, and all-purpose seasoning to the cream mixture and combine well.

8

Allow the mixture to cook for a couple of minutes.

9

Add chopped onion, scallion, thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper to the mixture and combine well.

10

Add the juice from the cooked shrimp to the sauce and allow it to cook.

11

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions and do not overcook it.

12

Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and combine well, ensuring the pasta is nicely covered with the sauce.

13

Add the cooked shrimp to the pasta and sauce, combine everything well, and serve.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large potskilletcolandermeasuring cupsmeasuring spoons

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milkshellfishwheat

Also Known As

Shrimp Fettuccine AlfredoCreamy Shrimp Pasta

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