Fettuccine Alfredo with Spicy Shrimp, Peas and Mushrooms

By á-3821

Ingredients

• 1 lb fettuccine noodles
• 1 stick butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 2 cups fresh grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 lb bag frozen shrimp
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 8 oz sliced mushrooms

Preparation

Step 1

Steps for Shrimp & Mushrooms:

Thaw shrimp in sink full of cold water; about 15 min. Remove tails. Wash mushrooms and pat dry. In a small saucepan, add olive oil, crushed red pepper, shrimp and mushrooms. Sauté until tender and mushrooms begin to brown. Shrimp should no longer be transparent.

Steps for Sauce:

Prepare pasta as directed. When pasta is finished, Scoop out about 1/4 cup of the pasta water and set aside. In saucepan or skillet, warm butter and cream. Season with salt and pepper. While butter is melting, place half the Parmesan cheese into a large serving bowl. Next, pour the warm butter sauce over the cheese. Let it set while u drain the pasta. Immediately add pasta to the bowl of cheese sauce. Toss then sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Add a little of the reserved pasta water if too goopy. Toss in sautéed shrimp, peas and mushrooms.