Ingredients

  • 3 quarts water
  • 1 1/2 lbs spinach fettuccine
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil or 3/4 cup olive oil, divided
  • 1 lb medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • 4 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1/2 cup brandy
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • salt, to taste
  • white pepper, ground, to taste
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Method

  • In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add fettucine and return to a boil for 3-4 minutes, or until pasta is cooked but still firm--al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water, and drain again. Transfer to a large warm bowl, add 1/4 cup oil, and toss gently. Cover and set aside.
  • Pour remaining oil in a large skillet and place over medium heat. When hot, add shrimp and saute 1 minute.
  • Add garlic and brandy and saute for 2 minutes. Add cream, cooked fettuccine, salt and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and sprinkle with cheese, tossing well.