Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo My Weeknight Winner

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) fettuccine pasta
• 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 cups (350ml) heavy cream
• 1 1/2 cups (150g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• Lemon wedges for serving