Creamy Shrimp Pasta Alfredo My Quick Easy Secret

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 pound (450g) fettuccine pasta
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 cups (355ml) heavy cream
• 1 cup (100g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) ground nutmeg (optional)
• 1/4 cup (60ml) reserved pasta water
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) chopped fresh parsley, for garnish