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Recipes:
Surf and Turf Alfredo Pasta
Ingredients:
For the Surf and Turf:
Beef Medallions:
1 lb beef tenderloin medallions (or filet mignon, cut into bite-sized pieces)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
Shrimp:
1/2 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Alfredo Sauce:
3 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pasta:
12 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
1 tbsp salt (for pasta water)
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Cook the Pasta:
Boil water with 1 tbsp salt.
Add fettuccine or linguine and cook until al dente, according to package instructions.
Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain the rest. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Turf:
Season beef medallions with salt and pepper.
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear medallions for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Cook to desired doneness.
Remove and rest for 5 minutes.
3. Cook the Shrimp:
In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds.
Add shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
4. Make the Alfredo Sauce:
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Add reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
5. Assemble the Dish:
Toss cooked pasta with Alfredo sauce.
Plate the pasta and top with beef medallions and shrimp.
Garnish with fresh parsley.
Enjoy this luxurious, restaurant-style Surf and Turf Alfredo pasta at home!
