Description
Skinny Cajun shrimp Alfredo pasta for #30MinuteThursday can be on the table in 20 minutes and everyone will love it! Alfredo pasta, but healthier!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces, weight Pasta (I Used Linguine)
- 1 pound Shrimp, Shelled
- 2 teaspoons Olive Oil
- 3 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning
- 2 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, Minced
- 2 Tablespoons All-purpose Flour
- 1-¾ cup Milk (I Used 2 %)
- ½ teaspoons Dried Thyme
- ½ teaspoons Dried Oregano
- ¼ teaspoons Salt
- ¼ teaspoons Pepper
- ¼ cups Shredded Parmesan Cheese
Preparation
Cook pasta according to the package directions in a large pot of boiling water. Drain.
Meanwhile, heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Toss shrimp with olive oil and Cajun seasoning. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes, flipping once, until they are completely pink. Set aside and keep warm.
In a medium saucepan, over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and cook, stirring for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Whisk in flour, and cook, whisking constantly, until it is lightly browned, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk, stirring until it is incorporated and smooth. Add thyme, oregano, salt, pepper and Parmesan and whisk continuously for 3–4 minutes until sauce has thickened slightly. Reduce the heat to a low simmer until the pasta is ready.
Toss together the pasta and Alfredo sauce and serve with the Cajun shrimp on top. Garnish with parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
