Linguine Alfredo - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/3 cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup white wine, dry
1 cup heavy cream (whipping)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (8 ounce) package linguine, cooked and drained
1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed (optional)

Preparation

Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add garlic; reduce heat to low.
Simmer until garlic is tender.
If adding shrimp, add to skillet and cook over medium-low heat until opaque.
Remove shimp; reserve liquid in pan.
Add chicken broth; bring to a boil.
Add wine; cook over medium-high heat 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat to low; add cream, stirring constantly.
Add cheese; stir until smooth.
Cook until thickened.
Add shrimp to sauce. Heat through.
Add lemon juice, parsley, basil, and oregano.
Pour over linguine in bowl; toss gently to coat.
Serve with additional grated parmesan cheese, if desired.