SHRIMP SCAMPI AND ALFREDO

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I browsed a couple of recipes and mixed them up a little to come up with this. My boyfriend doesn't care for alfredo much but he gobbled it up and went back for seconds!

Provided by T-Loy

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb shrimp
3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon fresh squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
1 1/2 tablespoons Italian dressing
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon red pepper
1/2 cup butter
2 tablespoons cream cheese, whipped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
2/3 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Marinate shrimp with the rest of the marinade ingredients, refrigerate for at least an hour.
  • Cook angel hair pasta according to directions on box.
  • Alfredo Sauce:.
  • Melt butter and cream cheese then add the garlic. Turn to med heat.
  • When garlic is fragrant, add heavy whipping cream.
  • Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently with a metal whisk for about 15 minutes. (Whisk in flour if not thick and simmer another 3-4 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and add Parmesan cheese.
  • Heat Large skillet on medium high and add shrimp mixture, cooking until shrimp are pink and curled.
  • Top the pasta with the alfredo and then the shrimp.
  • Enjoy!

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