Shrimp and Asparagus Fettuccine

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound fettuccine pasta
• 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions.
3. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the shrimp, onion, red bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet.
5. Cook until the shrimp are pink and the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Add the white wine to the skillet and let it reduce by half.
7. Add the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
8. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until it has thickened slightly.
9. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the sauce.
10. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes more, or until the pasta is heated through.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 520 per serving
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 70 grams
• Fat: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich, creamy, and flavorful.
• Bright and colorful with the asparagus and red bell pepper.
• Perfectly al dente pasta.

User Comments:

• "This dish is absolutely delicious and easy to make. The shrimp and asparagus are cooked perfectly and the sauce is divine."
• "I've made this dish several times and it always impresses my guests. It's a great way to use seasonal ingredients."
• "The fettuccine was cooked to perfection and the shrimp was so tender. The sauce was flavorful and creamy, not too heavy or overpowering."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken or vegetable broth.
• To make the dish vegetarian, omit the shrimp and add more asparagus or other vegetables.
• To make the dish gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
• Serve immediately with a side of crusty bread or a green salad.