Ingredients
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- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp and Cajun seasoning to the pan, cooking until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to low and add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until combined and creamy.
- Mix in the cooked fettuccine, ensuring the pasta is coated in the sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
- For extra spice, add more Cajun seasoning to taste.
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread and a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 200 mg