Blackened Steak & Shrimp Alfredo is so creamy!

 

Ingredients:

For the Pasta:

• 8 ounces penne pasta

For the Shrimp:

• 1 pound large shrimp, raw, deveined, tail removed
• 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For the Steak:

• 1 pound top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 teaspoon blackened seasoning
• ¼ cup (½ stick / 57 g) unsalted butter

For the Sauce:

• 1 small yellow onion, diced (about ½ cup)
• 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 2 cups (476 g) heavy whipping cream
• 2 cups (200 g) Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, drain the rest, and set aside.

2. Prepare the Shrimp:

   • Season shrimp evenly with blackened seasoning.
   • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer shrimp to a plate and tent to keep warm.

3. Cook the Steak:

   • Season steak cubes evenly with blackened seasoning.
   • Increase heat to high. Add butter to the skillet and allow it to melt. Add steak cubes and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until browned on the outside and pink on the inside. Transfer steak to the plate with shrimp and tent to keep warm.

4. Prepare the Sauce:

   • Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onions to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
   • Pour in heavy whipping cream and ¼ to ½ cup of reserved pasta water. Stir in Parmesan cheese, blackened seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.

5. Combine and Serve:

   • Add cooked penne pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly, adding more pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
   • Arrange the cooked shrimp and steak over the pasta.
   • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.