Shrimp Linguine Alfredo

Ingredients and Weight:

• Linguine pasta: 400 grams (cooked weight)
• Fresh or frozen shrimp: 250 grams (cleaned and deveined)
• Butter: 50 grams
• Grated parmesan cheese: 50 grams
• Heavy cream: 1 cup
• Garlic: 3 cloves (minced)
• Salt and pepper: To taste
• Freshly chopped parsley: For garnishing

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 30 minutes
• Total: 50 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Prepare the pasta according to the package instructions. Set aside.
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add the shrimp and cook until fully cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
5. In the same saucepan, add the heavy cream and bring to a boil.
6. Once the cream starts boiling, add the parmesan cheese and stir until fully melted and creamy.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until fully coated.
8. Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
9. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
10. Serve immediately with the cooked shrimp on top.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 4 people)

• Calories: Approximately 500 calories per serving (excluding skin and bones of shrimp)
• Fat: 26 grams
• Carbohydrates: 48 grams
• Protein: 22 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and rich Alfredo sauce combined with the freshness of shrimp and tender pasta.
• This dish is a perfect example of an Italian-American fusion cuisine, appealing to American taste preferences.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was amazing! The combination of shrimp and Alfredo sauce was so delicious."
2. "The pasta was cooked to perfection and the shrimp was fresh. The sauce was creamy and rich, just as I expected."
3. "I love how easy this recipe was to follow and the dish was a hit with my family."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh shrimp for best results. If frozen shrimp is used, make sure to thaw completely before cooking.
• Adjust the seasoning according to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
• While cooking the shrimp, make sure not to overcook it, as it should remain tender and juicy.