Cheese Tortellini Shrimp Alfredo Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb cheese tortellini
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups warmed milk
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Onion powder, to taste
- Dried parsley, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Dash of creole seasoning
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Sprinkle the flour over the melted butter and garlic, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook the roux for 2-3 minutes until it turns a light golden brown color.
- Gradually pour in the warmed milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season the sauce with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, red pepper flakes, and a dash of creole seasoning to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to your preference.
- Add the cooked shrimp to the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Add the cooked cheese tortellini to the skillet with the shrimp and sauce, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
- Serve the cheese tortellini shrimp Alfredo hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy your delicious homemade cheese tortellini shrimp Alfredo dinner! 🍤🧀🍝
