Cheese Tortellini Shrimp Alfredo (Print Version)
Tender shrimp and cheese tortellini in a creamy Alfredo sauce, finished with parmesan and fresh parsley.
# Ingredients:
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1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 package (9 ounces) cheese tortellini
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
# Steps:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly. Gradually add grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until the sauce is silky and thickened.
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Return cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss in the Alfredo sauce. Add reserved tortellini and gently stir to coat everything evenly with the sauce.
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Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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For optimal texture, avoid overcooking the shrimp; they should be just opaque when added back to the sauce.