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Creamy Seafood Alfredo

Creamy Seafood Alfredo

Indulge in a rich and comforting Creamy Seafood Alfredo with tender salmon and succulent shrimp perfect for any special occasion or cozy night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fettuccine or your favorite pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound salmon fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 0.5 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 cup baby spinach (optional)
  • to garnish fresh parsley, chopped
  • to serve lemon wedges

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Colander for draining pasta
  • Wooden spoon or spatula for stirring

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook salmon for 3-4 minutes until opaque and flaky; remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque; remove from skillet and set aside with the salmon.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and sauté garlic in the skillet for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
  5. Add heavy cream and milk to the skillet; stir until simmering. Gradually add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
  6. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. If using spinach, add now and cook until wilted.
  7. Return salmon and shrimp to the skillet and gently stir into the sauce. Add pasta and toss until well coated.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

To enhance flavor, add a splash of white wine after sautéing the garlic. For a richer sauce, finish with a knob of butter for a silky texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a bit of milk to maintain creaminess.
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