Cajun Shrimp Alfredo Recipe

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Cajun Shrimp Alfredo
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Directions:

  1. Cook pasta following package directions, about 12 minutes.
  2. Add peas to pasta water for last 2 minutes of cook time.
  3. Drain and return to pot.
  4. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  5. Cook onion and garlic for 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in Cajun Seasoning and cook 1 minute.
  7. Stir in shrimp and cook 2 minutes and set aside.
  8. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  9. Whisk in flour and cook, whisking, for 1 to 2 minutes.
  10. Slowly whisk in broth and milk.
  11. Bring to a simmer and cook 3 minutes.
  12. Stir in remaining 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning and Gruyere until smooth.
  13. Pour into pasta pot along with shrimp mixture.
  14. Toss to coat and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 571.4 Kcal (2392 kJ)
Calories from fat 180.79 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 20.09g 31%
Cholesterol 156.83mg 52%
Sodium 540.72mg 23%
Potassium 315.87mg 7%
Total Carbs 68.45g 23%
Sugars 6.59g 26%
Dietary Fiber 4.88g 20%
Protein 28.87g 58%
Vitamin C 8.8mg 15%
Iron 3.5mg 19%
Calcium 257.2mg 26%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 229.28 Kcal (960 kJ)
Calories from fat 72.54 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8.06g 31%
Cholesterol 62.93mg 52%
Sodium 216.96mg 23%
Potassium 126.74mg 7%
Total Carbs 27.47g 23%
Sugars 2.64g 26%
Dietary Fiber 1.96g 20%
Protein 11.58g 58%
Vitamin C 3.5mg 15%
Iron 1.4mg 19%
Calcium 103.2mg 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 12.3
    Points
  • 15
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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