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Shrimp Pasta with Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce

Shrimp Pasta with Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce

Looking for a healthier version of Alfredo sauce? Try our Shrimp Pasta with Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 1 lb. fettuccine noodles
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of water to boil, add cauliflower and cook until soft. Remove cauliflower and set aside. Add
  2. noodles to boiling water and cook according to package directions, drain, reserving 1/3 cup pasta water and set aside.
  3. In a blender, combine cauliflower and milk until smooth. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add butter and garlic. Add cauliflower puree and cook for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Turn off heat and stir in cheese. Add pasta and 1/3 cup reserved pasta water. Stir until combined.
  4. In a separate skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and shrimp. Sear shrimp on both sides until cooked through. Add shrimp to pasta and toss to coat.