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shrimp alfredo

A creamy and flavorful shrimp Alfredo pasta with garlic and cheese, ready in around 30 minutes.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups 2% milk
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 1 cup grated Mozzarella cheese or 3 cheese blend
  • 0.33 cup parmesan cheese (optional)
  • to taste pepper
  • to garnish parsley

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Using a blender, mix together the milk, cream cheese, flour, and salt until smooth. Set aside.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic for about a minute. Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove the shrimp and leave garlic and butter in the pan. Combine the milk mixture with the pan and stir for 4 minutes. Simmer and stir until it thickens, about 6 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, add grated cheese and Parmesan if using, and stir until melted.
  • Return the shrimp to the sauce, cook for another 5 minutes or until heated through.
  • Serve over cooked pasta and garnish with parsley.

Notes

This homemade shrimp Alfredo is perfect for a quick family dinner or special occasion.