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Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo

Creamy Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo Ready in 30 Minutes

Experience the creamy delight of Shrimp Tortellini Alfredo, a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Tortellini
  • 1 pound Cheese Tortellini Refrigerated or frozen for convenience.
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Raw Shrimp Peeled and deveined for optimal taste.
For the Alfredo Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Or half-and-half for a lighter alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing garlic.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best melting.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be substituted with butter.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil or Parsley To elevate both flavor and presentation.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • Colander

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water for later.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium-low in the same skillet. Melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Sprinkle in red pepper flakes if desired.
  6. Return the cooked tortellini to the skillet, tossing to coat it in the creamy sauce.
  7. Gently fold in the cooked shrimp and their juices, warming everything through for about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh basil or parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce thickens too much upon standing.

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