1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1/4 c. butter, softened
2 tbsp. dried parsley flakes
1 tsp. dried whole basil
1/4 tsp. pepper
2/3 c. boiling water
1 (8 oz.) pkg. fettuccine
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lb. deveined shrimp
1/4 c. butter
1/2 c. grated Parmesan or Romano cheese, divided in half

Beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup softened butter on low speed of electric mixer until blended. Add parsley, basil and pepper; mix well. Add boiling water; beat until mixture is smooth. Cook fettuccine according to directions; rinse in warm water; drain and set aside. Saute shrimp and garlic in butter in small skillet until tender. Combine shrimp and garlic mixture and warm noodles; toss gently. Add cream cheese mixture and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; toss gently. Place in serving dish; sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. 6 to 8 servings.