This easy-to-make dish is a perfect weeknight meal. It’s packed with flavor and comes together in just minutes. The creamy sauce is made with simple ingredients and is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients:
1 package of frozen cheese tortellini
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Cook the tortellini according to package directions.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and slightly browned, about 3 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Melt the butter in the same skillet. Add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and toss to coat.
Add the shrimp back to the skillet and heat through.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Tips:
For a richer flavor, use homemade tortellini.
You can use any type of cheese you like for the filling.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Serve this dish with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.
