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•   1 box spaghetti (or fettuccine)
•   1 package frozen cooked shrimp (12u201316 oz)
•   1 jar Alfredo sauce
•   2 tbsp butter
•   1 tsp garlic powder
•   1/2 tsp black pepper
•   1 tbsp parsley flakes (optional)

Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

Creamy Alfredo pasta loaded with garlicky shrimp. This surprisingly affordable version comes together with Dollar Tree ingredients and costs WAY less than a drive-thru meal.

Servings

4

Estimated Cost

• Pasta: $1.25
• Shrimp: $1.25
• Alfredo Sauce: $1.25
• Butter/seasonings: ~$0.50

Total: ~$4.25–$5.25

Per Serving: ~$1.06–$1.31

Instructions

Step 1: Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: While the pasta cooks, thaw shrimp under cool running water and pat dry.

Step 3: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4: Add shrimp, garlic powder, and black pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.

Step 5: Pour in Alfredo sauce and stir until heated.

Step 6: Add cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated.

Step 7: Garnish with parsley flakes and serve immediately.