Irresistible Shrimp Tortellini in Flavorful Garlic Sauce Delight
Author:meryem
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Savor Shrimp Tortellini in a delicious garlic sauce Perfect for a quick gourmet meal that tantalizes your taste buds Try it tonight
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
9 ounces of tortellini, fresh or frozen
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 cup of butter
1 cup of heavy cream
1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add the tortellini and cook according to package instructions, generally 3-5 minutes for fresh. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Step 3: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 4: Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Step 5: Pour heavy cream into the skillet, stir, and let simmer for about 3 minutes until thickened. Add reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
Step 6: Return shrimp and tortellini to the skillet and toss to coat. Heat through for an additional 2 minutes.
Step 7: Stir in parsley and Parmesan cheese, blend well, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Optionally add red pepper flakes.
Notes
This delightful Shrimp Tortellini with Garlic Sauce combines vibrant, savory flavors and can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it a must-try for any pasta lover.
